DeskDock Free

DeskDock Free Free App

Rated 4.01/5 (344) —  Free Android application by Florian Draschbacher

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About DeskDock Free

DeskDock allows you to share your computer's mouse with your Android devices via a USB cable. The app enables you to control your Android device as if it was an additional monitor for your computer. Simply move your computer's mouse cursor over the screen boundaries to use it with your Android devices.

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Features:
• Use your computer's mouse with your Android devices
• Share clipboard between computer and Android devices
• Supports Windows, Linux and macOS
• Works on all Android versions starting from 4.1
• NO rooted device required
• Shortcut for simulating multitouch
• Connect multiple Android devices to one computer
• Flexible arrangement of devices
• Customizable mouse button actions
• Customizable mouse pointer speed
• Ready for Android Nougat

PRO Version
A PRO version is separately available with these additional features:
• Use your computer's keyboard with your Android devices
• Drag and Drop: Urls will be opened automatically, APKs will be installed (Drag and Drop does not work with Linux server)
• Additional shortcuts for turning off screen, quickly changing volume, screen brightness
• No ads


This app can be described as an unofficial successor to ShareKM, or an Android version of Synergy. It could also be described as a Virtual KVM Switch or a Software KVM Switch solution.
The shared clipboard could be considered an Android-equivalent to the universal clipboard between iOS and macOS.


This app requires a free server application to run on your computer that can be downloaded here: http://bit.ly/DeskDockServer. The Java Runtime version 1.7 or later is needed on the computer. Depending on your system, device drivers may have to be installed.


Important: Please be aware that this is an early version of this application. Bugs and issues might cross your way. If something does not work, please do not write bad reviews, but send an email to the support email address listed below or in the app so I actually have a chance to help you or fix the issues. Thanks!

How to Download / Install

Download and install DeskDock Free version 1.1.3 on your Android device!
Downloaded 10,000+ times, content rating: Everyone
Android package: com.floriandraschbacher.deskdock.free, download DeskDock Free.apk

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App History & Updates

What's Changed
+ Improved compatibility with Samsung Galaxy S8
IMPORTANT: A note on Android O:
An intentional change in the upcoming Android O will prevent DeskDock from displaying its cursor above system UI such as the notification shade or the keyboard.
In order to convince Google to revert this change, please star the issue report at https://issuetracker.google.com/issues/36574245.
Version update DeskDock Free was updated to version 1.1.3
More downloads  DeskDock Free reached 10 000 - 50 000 downloads

What are users saying about DeskDock Free

X70%
by X####:

I like this app and use it daily. I would recommend it to others. That being said, I was very disappointed to discover that the application requires an Internet connection at startup so it can verify the license. I understand that the developer wants to get the money he is owed, but this is too much. (Could the app not allow some kind of grace period when the Internet is not found?) Were it not for this shortcoming, I would give the app 5-stars.

N70%
by N####:

Force closes whenever I press connect and the USB is connected. Also on pc should you see a window pop up when running the Java file? Cause I don't.

N70%
by N####:

It's a great app. I really wanted to like it. But it makes Windows too buggy to use. It should be able to run in the background of Windows without interfering with other programs. I guess maybe it depends on what Windows applications you use. Try it, it may work perfectly for you.

B70%
by B####:

Really good, No crappy ads. Very smooth, excellent app. I wish the free version allowed the keyboard but I understand that the developer should be paid.

N70%
by N####:

Really Awesome, I wish that pro version would cost little bit less as I don't have much budget at present

N70%
by N####:

It works! I use it to navigate on my phone while it is attached to my VR. (great solution for devices without gyroscope)

O70%
by O####:

I cant download fryom your windows link...

N70%
by N####:

not working just connecting

N70%
by N####:

Excellent, works very well and easy to use.

N70%
by N####:

It works GREAT! Definitely getting the PRO ver.! Can I be a Beta tester and maybe get a discount for Pro?

N70%
by N####:

Fantastic app!!!

Q70%
by Q####:

it works perfectly! though it serve no purpose to me so I'll just use it for fun :p

T70%
by T####:

This is amazing! Like magic! A bit of a challenge to set up but works perfectly once it is.

N70%
by N####:

Is pure garbage, I followed the instructions, it never connected and now I cant see the other display when connected to the laptop, thank you very much.

F70%
by F####:

The phone is detected, but doesn't connect (OnePlus 3)

N70%
by N####:

The keyboard should be the core feature but it needs the pro one to be used

R70%
by R####:

This is a grate app but it has some bugs like stoping to work some times.

N70%
by N####:

Muito prático #2 Thanks

Z70%
by Z####:

Very useful!

N70%
by N####:

Managed to get it work this version. Was looking for such app since long time and most of the online suggestions pointed to this app. Last time it never detect or disconnected time & again so didn't try earlier. But with latest version it finally worked. I was able to connect and share the mouse with android device. Only additional hack specific to Xiaomi Mi device is I needed to enable the system overlay by going to :- Security > Permissions > Permissions > DeskDock > Allow Pop-up window. Also, must keep the DeskDock server in foreground to move cursor over to android. Rating it 5 star. Hope it continues working. Will test first for how comfortable it is before deciding to buy pro version for keyboard support.

N70%
by N####:

A long time already I was looking for an app doing exactly what this one does. Already upgraded to pro thanks to cooperative developper!

N70%
by N####:

I use it at work everyday and picked up a desk dock to make everything even better. Super easy to text, listening to music, etc from my work keyboard and mouse now

N70%
by N####:

The mouse work fine but the lang of keyboard don`t is respected.

N70%
by N####:

I love it and want to purchase the paid version, but it's REALLY expensive: lower the price and I'd absolutely buy it.

N70%
by N####:

The Free Version is a great proof of concept. I've been waiting for something like this for a while. I used to use synergy but this seems much more elegant and intuitive from the free version. I was really excited to buy the pro version but when I click through it says that it is not found in the Play Store.

H70%
by H####:

Was an issue to connect only because I could not find the correct adb drivers, which is understandable as there device specific. Would have rated 5 stars if you fix two things. FIRST cannot find paid version would Definitely buy it available. SECONDLY need a desktop server over WiFi network so you don't need cable connection. Pretty nice app though, last issue which is expected usb ports on pc are generally not 2.4 amp so has some battery issues while plugged in as tablets can drain faster than charge

N70%
by N####:

this would be good if it had, wanting to use with my android tv, could you imagine running a usb cable from it to my pc, nope didnt think so.

F70%
by F####:

A very well thought utility and a very responsive developer. Just, the full app is way too expensive for what it does.

N70%
by N####:

The app works fine, I'm a developer using linux environment so I didn't have too much work to do, however for a most part of users, might face some issues along the steps to setup.

N70%
by N####:

Decided it's not for me

N70%
by N####:

A little laggy and sloe,stops every noe and then,but can't really complain,it'd still amazing

I70%
by I####:

Slightly lags, but does what it says - lets you use your device with a mouse.

J70%
by J####:

Seems to work. I would like to try the PRO version for keyboard sharing, but when I click "Upgrade to pro version" I get "Item not found". Is the project still alive?

V70%
by V####:

I did everything as instructed just can't get both connected.

N70%
by N####:

I would wanted to try this app before I turn to use the pro version. But where could I find the pro version??

B70%
by B####:

Works very reliably. Adds awesome functionality to old tablet. Would recommend to any power user out there.

N70%
by N####:

I would give this app 4 stars if it had keyboard control. Hell even if it was added in the pro version only, I would pay for it

N70%
by N####:

Cant get it to work

D70%
by D####:

Works as advertised, -1 star because I can't find the pro version.

N70%
by N####:

Yes, it works, but it sucks that u have to pay to use keyboard.


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