Catalina recent items stack in dock no longer working
The recent items stack has been gone since Juli 5th (Catalina beta 3). Haven't found any documentation on why it is gone and how to reinstate it. The array is indeed added under persistent others in the com.apple.dock.plist, but nothing happens. Would really love to see it back. The smart folder option is no option...
I have found a work around. There is still the 'Recents' folder in the Finder Sidebar. Right click on this and select 'Add to Dock'.
The 'Recents' Stack will appear in the dock, and should update automatically.