# How to reset the macOS Dock to its default settings

*2019-04-10*

> Reset the macOS Dock to its default settings with a Terminal command that deletes its saved preferences and restarts the Dock.

First, launch Terminal from **Applications > Utilities**, or press **Cmd + Space**, type **Terminal**, and press **Return**.

Type or paste the following command:

```sh
defaults delete com.apple.dock; killall Dock
```

Then press **Return**.

Your Dock will now be back to its default settings. You're free to mess it up again :)