Dory - App Switcher for macOS

A faster, prettier way to jump between your apps.

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Download on the Mac App Store

Why Dory is the Best App Switcher for macOS

Dory was built for Mac users who juggle dozens of windows and hate the delay of Command-Tab. Unlike traditional app switchers, Dory lets you jump instantly using a middle-click or by pressing the right Command key and the first letter of the app you want to switch to. It learns your usage patterns and prioritizes the apps you actually use, making switching feel effortless. No setup, no memorization, no clutter - just a faster, more intuitive way to stay focused.

How Dory Improves Your Mac Workflow

Traditional app switching on macOS requires you to cycle through every open application with Command-Tab until you find the one you need. With Dory, you simply hold your middle mouse button or right Command key and type a single letter. Need Chrome? Type "C". Want Slack? Type "S". Dory instantly filters to matching apps and switches in milliseconds.

Dory also supports smart search - find apps by their first letter, middle letters, acronyms, or even similar-sounding names. The more you use Dory, the smarter it gets. It tracks which apps you switch to most frequently and surfaces them first, so your muscle memory builds naturally over time.

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Dory Key Features & Productivity Benefits

Middle Mouse Button

Click your middle mouse button and type the first letter of the app's name. Multiple apps? Just keep tapping to cycle through them.

Right Command Key

Keep both hands on the keyboard? Press the right Command key and start typing. Works just like the middle mouse button.

Smart Search

Find apps using the first letter, middle letters, acronyms, or similar names. Type the app's name directly for instant results.

Press Mode

Prefer tapping over holding? Set a global shortcut to trigger Dory's sleek UI: modifier tap, double tap, or modifier + key combination.

Learns Your Habits

Dory works right out of the box and over time learns which apps you use most, prioritizing them for faster access.

Made for macOS

Native feel, buttery animations, and shortcuts that fit right in. Designed specifically for Mac users.