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Release Notes

What's new in each version of Dropzone 5

Dropzone 5.0.2

Apr 09, 2026
  • New: Added an Open File action that lets you add files to grid categories
  • New: You can now use the left and right arrow keys to switch grids
  • Fixed an issue where iCloud folders did not display customized folder icons

Dropzone 5.0.1

Apr 04, 2026
  • New: Added the ability to add files to an existing Drop Bar stack using the dz command line tool
  • New: Added the ability to get grid open/closed status using the dz command line tool
  • New: Added the ability to set height when configuring a Resize Images action
  • Improved AirDrop action icon
  • Fixed issue where grid would not show when menu item was hidden with Ice
  • Fixed issue where the macOS Now Playing widget would show Dropzone when opening the splash screen
  • Fixed several crashes

Dropzone 5.0.0

Mar 22, 2026

Dropzone 5 is a major update to Dropzone that brings new features and functionality.

  • Completely redesigned Dropzone grid UI with modern visual effects, Liquid Glass rendering, updated header toolbar, improved dark mode support, and refined animations
  • New multi-grid support: Create and switch between multiple grids of actions, allowing separate setups so you always have the actions you need
  • Full support for macOS Tahoe custom folder icons, including custom colors, symbols, and emoji
  • Expanded grid and category management: Create categories per grid and move actions between categories and grids
  • Redesigned Settings window with a modern sidebar-based interface and updated navigation
  • New dedicated Dropzone grid management section in Settings for managing grids, categories, ordering, and layout options
  • Drop Bars are now per-grid, allowing multiple groups of items to be kept in separate Dropzone grids
  • Updated dz command line tool with new features for easier integration into advanced workflows
  • Updated UI when activating Dropzone via the built-in sharing service
  • Brand new app icon