capacitor-app-upgrades

Upgrade Capacitor apps across major versions with CLI migration and manual fallbacks.

37|1|Updated Mar 16, 2026
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Skill: capacitor-app-upgrades
Source: https://github.com/capawesome-team/skills/tree/main/skills/capacitor-app-upgrades
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/capawesome-team/skills --skill capacitor-app-upgrades-capawesome-team

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Upgrades a Capacitor app from one major version to another (4→5, 5→6, 6→7, or 7→8) with both automated CLI migration and manual fallbacks. Do not use this skill for plugin library upgrades or non-Capacitor mobile frameworks.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated major-version upgrades via the Capacitor CLI with sequential, version-guarded steps.
  • Manual fallback guidance for each version, aligned with dedicated reference docs (upgrade-v4-to-v5, upgrade-v5-to-v6, upgrade-v6-to-v7, upgrade-v7-to-v8).
  • Supports multi-version jumps and post-upgrade verification for Android and iOS projects.

Quick Start

Upgrade your Capacitor app from its current major version to the latest (8) using the automated CLI upgrade first, then complete any required manual steps.

Frequently Asked Questions about capacitor-app-upgrades

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I upgrade a Capacitor app to a newer major version?

To upgrade a Capacitor app, you can use automated CLI migration alongside manual fallbacks for dependency updates and iOS/Android project changes. The process enforces sequential, version-guarded steps to safely move between major releases.

Can I jump multiple major versions when upgrading my Capacitor app?

Yes, multi-version jumps are supported when upgrading a Capacitor app. The process enforces a sequential upgrade path, guiding you through each intermediate major version step-by-step to ensure all project changes are applied correctly.

What manual steps are required for a Capacitor major version upgrade?

Manual steps for a Capacitor upgrade involve applying project-specific changes for Android and iOS that the automated CLI cannot handle. Dedicated reference docs provide version-specific fallback guidance for dependencies and native project configurations.

Does the Capacitor upgrade process support both Android and iOS projects?

Yes, the Capacitor upgrade process fully supports both Android and iOS projects. It covers platform-specific dependency updates, native project changes, and post-upgrade verification to ensure both environments are successfully migrated.

What should I do if the automated Capacitor CLI migration fails?

If the automated Capacitor CLI migration fails, you should use the provided manual fallback guidance. The skill includes error handling guidance and structured references for each version transition to complete the upgrade manually.

Is this Capacitor upgrade tool suitable for updating plugin libraries?

No, this tool is strictly for major-version upgrades of the Capacitor framework itself, such as 5 to 6 or 7 to 8. It should not be used for plugin library upgrades or non-Capacitor mobile frameworks.