How to Add the trash icon to the dock in Pop!_OS

Pop!_OS, based on GNOME, is well-known for its clean and minimalist interface. However, by default, the Trash bin doesn’t appear in the dock, which can be inconvenient for users who prefer quick access to it. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to easily add the Trash to the dock using a simple terminal command.

Step-by-Step Guide

Open the Terminal

You can open the terminal by pressing the Super key (Windows key or Cmd) and typing "Terminal" in the search field.

Enable the Trash in the Dock

Once the terminal is open, run the following command:

gsettings set org.gnome.shell.extensions.dash-to-dock show-trash true

This command uses gsettings, a built-in GNOME tool for configuring extensions and system behaviors.

Check the Result

After executing the command, the Trash icon will appear in the dock, usually at the bottom. There’s no need to restart the system or the graphical interface—the change is immediate.

How to Remove the Trash from the Dock

If you decide to remove the Trash from the dock, you can do so by running this command:

gsettings set org.gnome.shell.extensions.dash-to-dock show-trash false

Conclusion

Adding the Trash to the dock in Pop!_OS is a practical way to quickly access deleted files, making your system usage more efficient.