dash-to-dock extension for GNOME shell

 Dash to dock extension is an enhanced dash for GNOME Shell. It moves the
 default dash out of the overview and transforms it in a dock for an easier
 launching of applications and a faster switching between windows and
 workspaces without leaving the desktop view improving the workflow in your
 system.
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 It supports autohide and intellihide modes as well as a fixed mode.
 Optional features are available in the extension settings. The extension
 is themes friendly.