capacitor-app-upgrades

Upgrade Capacitor apps across major versions with automated and manual workflows.

2|Updated Mar 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/involvex/happy-vibecode --skill capacitor-app-upgrades-involvex
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Skill: capacitor-app-upgrades
Source: https://github.com/involvex/happy-vibecode/tree/main/.agents/skills/capacitor-app-upgrades
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/involvex/happy-vibecode --skill capacitor-app-upgrades-involvex

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Upgrade Capacitor apps across major versions with a structured, automated and manual workflow to ensure smooth migrations.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Automated upgrade path via the Capacitor CLI and sequential version steps.
  • Cross-platform guidance for Android and iOS projects, including dependency updates and configuration changes.
  • Use Case: You need to upgrade a project from Capacitor 4 to 8 with multi-version jumps while maintaining app behavior.

Quick Start

Initiate the upgrade by selecting your current major version and target version, then follow the step-by-step references.

Frequently Asked Questions about capacitor-app-upgrades

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I upgrade my Capacitor app across multiple major versions?

To upgrade a Capacitor app across multiple major versions, you follow a structured, sequential workflow that processes each major version step individually. This approach validates builds and migrations before completing each step, ensuring smooth multi-version jumps.

What is the process for migrating a Capacitor app from version 4 to 8?

Migrating a Capacitor app from version 4 to 8 involves a step-by-step automated and manual workflow using upgrade guides. It processes sequential version jumps from 4 through 8, validating builds and platform-specific configurations before completing each migration step.

Does the Capacitor upgrade workflow handle both Android and iOS platform-specific steps?

Yes, the Capacitor upgrade workflow provides cross-platform guidance for both Android and iOS projects. It includes platform-specific steps for dependency updates and configuration changes to maintain app behavior during the migration.

Can I use the Capacitor CLI for an automated app upgrade path?

Yes, you can use the Capacitor CLI for an automated upgrade path. The workflow combines automated CLI steps with manual configuration changes, relying on reference guides to validate builds and migrations sequentially across major versions.

What should I do if my build fails during a Capacitor migration?

If your build fails during a Capacitor migration, you should review the step-by-step reference guides for your current and target versions. The workflow validates builds and migrations before completing each step to help identify and resolve platform-specific configuration or dependency issues.