You can't. Non-admin accounts can have a controlled dock that can't be modified, but this option isn't available to administrator users. Not sure whether or not a third-party app exists to address the issue.
Can I lock the dock so my 3 year old can stop
pulling apps off? I sit down on the computer and often find 1 or 2 icons left on the dock,,,
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don't be an admin all the time. run as a normal user and then lock the dock as Lars says
Actually, the setting to lock the "Dock" can be used in "admin" accounts - it just can't be applied through 'mcx_settings'. Well actually it can, but that's not the point either. Anyway, try opening "/Applications" > "Utilities" > "Terminal.app" and enter these commands:
To reverse the change, repeat the commands but use "false" instead of "true".
But aside from that, I fully agree - don't use an "admin" account as your main account.
Code:
defaults write com.apple.dock contents-immutable -bool true
osascript -e 'tell application "Dock" to quit'But aside from that, I fully agree - don't use an "admin" account as your main account.
You can also enable a screen lock feature with Keychain Access. Link.
Or, set a screensaver with a password.
Or, set a screensaver with a password.
You could always just hide the dock with Command-Option-D.
Give the kid his/her own user account. That way your Dock doesn't change and the kid will very quickly learn the folly of dragging items off the dock - yes 3 years old is not too soon to show them the 'way'... You'll be surprised how quickly he/she gets the idea. You can also to control what the kid has access and lock up all settings.
Hide the iMac. Or spend some time with the child at the computer, showing them what is appropriate and what isn't.You could always just hide the dock with Command-Option-D.
This surprises me because it says that what the child is doing on the computer is a surprise to the OP.
Also, teach them Cmd-Z. It's a great timesaver/failsafe.pulling apps off? I sit down on the computer and often find 1 or 2 icons left on the dock,,,
Onyx will let you lock the dock so icons cannot be moved or removed.pulling apps off? I sit down on the computer and often find 1 or 2 icons left on the dock,,,
Sounds like it is what you are looking for.
jb.
Click on the child's left ear to bring up the Toddler Terminal, then input:
:lmao:defaults write com.progeny.mischief behavior-subdued -bool true
parentalascript -e 'tell offspring "Child" to goplaywithTickleMeElmoinstead'
My 4 year old son has his own account set up that is locked down so that the only thing he can access is the Webkinz site via Safari.
He can't access or change anything else anywhere.
If it is just your 3 year old messing with your stuff when you are not around, assign one of the corners of your screen to activate a password protected screen saver that you can turn on when you leave.
He can't access or change anything else anywhere.
If it is just your 3 year old messing with your stuff when you are not around, assign one of the corners of your screen to activate a password protected screen saver that you can turn on when you leave.
Great idea. Is there a website where I can find more of these commands? Are there some that are more tailored to a five year old?Click on the child's left ear to bring up the Toddler Terminal, then input:
:lmao:
:lmao:
I'm not sure - in the old days, a reboot would have taken care of it but I understand that method is deprecated.
I setup a seperate user for my 3 year old. I only put Safari in it and it opens to his Nick Jr. web site.
Save your breath and Log out when finished. It's a nice piece of mind!
Note: Found some wonderful software that blows up the size of the pointer. i'll get it in a sec... also, the MacAlly Mini fits perfectly in his/her hands.
Save your breath and Log out when finished. It's a nice piece of mind!
Note: Found some wonderful software that blows up the size of the pointer. i'll get it in a sec... also, the MacAlly Mini fits perfectly in his/her hands.
I give my daughter her own user account which is locked down. Problem solved. 
And as good practice, my own account is not an admin account either.
And as good practice, my own account is not an admin account either.
Also works for nosy roommates, regardless of age.My 4 year old son has his own account set up that is locked down so that the only thing he can access is the Webkinz site via Safari.
He can't access or change anything else anywhere.
If it is just your 3 year old messing with your stuff when you are not around, assign one of the corners of your screen to activate a password protected screen saver that you can turn on when you leave.
Wow, when I was 3 I used an Apple IIe.
He doesn't play often and when he does I do supervise him,
and he only plays educational games like I spy.
I'll try Onyx, it sounds perfect.
thnx
and he only plays educational games like I spy.
I'll try Onyx, it sounds perfect.
thnx
When I see my toddler coming for the keyboard I just fire up Alpha Baby. He loves it, and it doesn't affect any of your settings. Hint: if you set up the preferences in AB to say the letters and shapes it'll blow your kid's mind!
I just installed alpha baby, it's great. Thanks.
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When I see my toddler coming for the keyboard I just fire up Alpha Baby. He loves it, and it doesn't affect any of your settings. Hint: if you set up the preferences in AB to say the letters and shapes it'll blow your kid's mind!
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