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ios-app-tester

Run AXe-based accessibility audits and automate UI interactions on iOS Simulators.

12|Updated Dec 13, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#testing#accessibility#ios#simulator#ui-testing#axe-cli
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ckorhonen/claude-skills --skill ios-app-tester
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ios-app-tester
Source: https://github.com/ckorhonen/claude-skills/tree/main/skills/ios-app-tester
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ckorhonen/claude-skills --skill ios-app-tester

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Automates accessibility auditing, UI automation, and simulator control for iOS apps running in the Apple iOS Simulator, reducing manual QA effort and enabling repeatable tests.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Accessibility auditing: verify accessibilityLabel, accessibilityHint, and VoiceOver support across app screens.
  • UI automation: script repeatable gestures and interactions to validate app behavior.
  • Simulator control and testing: boot, launch, and manage iOS Simulators, run AXe tests, and record test videos for debugging.

Quick Start

Install AXe via Homebrew and follow the Quick Start steps to connect to your iOS Simulator and begin automated testing.

Frequently Asked Questions about ios-app-tester

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate iOS accessibility auditing in the simulator?▼

Automate iOS accessibility auditing by running AXe CLI tests against your iOS Simulator to verify accessibilityLabel, accessibilityHint, and VoiceOver support across app screens.

Can I script repetitive UI gestures for iOS apps on macOS?▼

You can script repetitive UI gestures and interactions for iOS apps on macOS by using AXe CLI to automate and validate app behavior within the Xcode iOS Simulator.

Do I need Xcode and Homebrew to run AXe UI tests?▼

Yes, you need macOS with Xcode to run the iOS Simulator and Homebrew to install the AXe CLI, which together provide the environment required for automated testing.

What is the best way to record iOS UI test videos for debugging?▼

The best way to record iOS UI test videos for debugging is to boot and manage iOS Simulators via AXe CLI, capturing test videos automatically during your automated UI interactions.

Does this approach work for validating VoiceOver labels across app screens?▼

Yes, this approach works for validating VoiceOver labels by applying AXe-based tests to audit accessibility properties like labels and hints across all app screens in the simulator.

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