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I would like to add a folder to the left side of my Dock. When I try to do this it isn’t accepted. However, I can add it to the right side of my Dock. This doesn’t suit me for this particular folder.
My question is: Is there any way to add a folder to the left side of the Dock?
As far as I can find, putting the Dock on the left side of the right monitor or the right side of the left monitor can't be done.
But let's look at other possible solutions to your problem. Point #1 notes that you don't want the dock on the right because it would interfere with disk icons on the desktop. And when you first drag the Dock to the right side, it does indeed cover the disk icons on the right side. But if you select "clean up" on the Desktop once the Dock is positioned on the right, it will move those icons over to make room for the Dock. This is a temporary solution, however, because newly mounted drives will still be buried by the dock. If you select "clean up by name", however, then newly mounted drives will fit into the grid created and not be covered by the Dock.
Not the solution you were looking for, I know, but it might be a workaround.
I too have tried to have this setup, looking in display settings the closest thing that worked was this. It's not perfect but it does the job! Rearrange the left screen so that the screens meet at diagonals.
Best Answer
Yes, this is possible, but it may not behave the way you want.
What I mean is that adding a folder to the right-hand side of the Dock allows it to spring open, and also provides you with options as to how its contents should be viewed and sorted. Placing it on the left-hand side does nothing except open the folder for you within the Finder. If this is acceptable, then follow these steps:
In a few moments the folder’s icon should return to normal and you can now click on it within the Dock. Remember, doing so will only open the folder in the Finder.
Note: If you ever accidentally remove the folder from the Dock you will need to repeat the 8 steps above. However, you may find you need to restart your Mac before doing so.