macOS defaults

# Rearrange automatically

Choose whether to rearrange Spaces automatically.

  • Tested on macOS:
    • Monterey
    • Big Sur
    • Catalina
    • Mojave
  • Parameter type: bool

# Set to true (default value)

Do reorder Spaces based on most recent use

defaults write com.apple.dock "mru-spaces" -bool "true" && killall Dock

# Set to false

Keep the Spaces arrangement

defaults write com.apple.dock "mru-spaces" -bool "false" && killall Dock

# Read current value

defaults read com.apple.dock "mru-spaces"

# Reset to default value

defaults delete com.apple.dock "mru-spaces" && killall Dock

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