ios-log-capture

Capture and analyze iOS console logs from Simulator or devices using native tools.

103|6|Updated Aug 2, 2025
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/n0an/VivaDicta --skill ios-log-capture
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: ios-log-capture
Source: https://github.com/n0an/VivaDicta/tree/main/.claude/skills/ios-log-capture
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/n0an/VivaDicta --skill ios-log-capture

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Capture and analyze console logs from iOS apps running in Simulator or on physical devices to aid debugging, testing, and performance monitoring.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Simulator Log Capture (Recommended): use native tools like log stream to collect real-time logs from the app.
  • Device Log Capture: collect prints and structured logs using devicectl, log collect, and related utilities.
  • Structured Logging: leverage os_log/Logger for enriched metadata and filtering.
  • Troubleshooting & Debugging: quickly locate issues by filtering by subsystem, category, and emoji tags.

Quick Start

Run the relevant log capture commands to start collecting logs from the simulator or a connected device.

Frequently Asked Questions about ios-log-capture

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture console logs from an iOS app running in the Simulator?

To capture iOS Simulator logs, use native tooling such as the log stream command to collect real-time console output directly from the app during debugging and testing workflows.

What is the best way to collect structured logs from a physical iPhone?

For collecting structured logs from a physical iPhone, use native device tooling like devicectl and log collect to gather and analyze console output for performance monitoring.

Can I filter iOS app logs by subsystem and category?

Yes, you can filter iOS app logs by subsystem, category, and emoji tags by leveraging os_log and the Logger framework for enriched metadata during troubleshooting and debugging.

Does capturing iOS device logs require any third-party dependencies?

No, capturing iOS device logs does not require third-party dependencies because the Skill relies entirely on native Apple tooling like log stream, log collect, and devicectl.

When do I need to use devicectl versus log stream for iOS logging?

Use devicectl for collecting prints and structured logs from connected physical iPhones, while log stream is recommended for capturing real-time logs from the iOS Simulator.