How would you solve the accidentally-launching problem of the Mac OS dock?

1. How do I prevent Applications from opening in my Mac Dock?
2. How do I reset my Mac Dock?
3. Where is my Dock on Mac?
4. How do I keep the Dock on my Mac screen?

How do I prevent Applications from opening in my Mac Dock?

Choose System Preferences. Click on "Dock & Menu Bar" Towards the bottom of the pop up menu, find the box next to "Show recent applications in Dock" Uncheck this box if the box is checked.

How do I reset my Mac Dock?

You can go to the Apple menu  in the top menu bar and select Restart. When you restart your Mac, the Dock will be restarted.

Where is my Dock on Mac?

By default, macOS puts the Dock at the bottom of the display. You may be used to that position, but you may want to switch it to another location. Open System Preferences, and then click the Dock & Menu Bar icon.

How do I keep the Dock on my Mac screen?

° Go to Apple menu > System Preferences. ° Open the Dock & Menu Bar. ° Find the “Position on screen” and set it to either Left or Right. This will lock the Dock to one screen.