ios-native

Build and run iOS applications using xcodebuild and simulator deployment.

11|2|Updated Mar 19, 2026

Search Tags:#ios #mobile development #simulator #app deployment #xcodebuild #native-run

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npx skills add https://github.com/BuilderIO/builder-agent-skills --skill ios-native

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Skill: ios-native
Source: https://github.com/BuilderIO/builder-agent-skills/tree/main/ios-native
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/BuilderIO/builder-agent-skills --skill ios-native

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the process of building, launching, and deploying iOS applications by providing a reliable workflow for Xcode projects, simulators, and physical devices.

Core Features & Use Cases

iOS Build Automation: Guides the use of xcodebuild to identify schemes, configure builds, and compile iOS applications correctly.
Simulator and Device Deployment: Helps launch apps on iOS simulators with native-run and install builds on physical devices using Xcode command-line tools.
Use Case: Use this Skill when developing an iOS app and need to compile the project, find the correct app bundle, or test the application on a simulator or connected device.

Quick Start

Ask the iOS native skill to build and run my iOS app on the available simulator.

Frequently Asked Questions about ios-native

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

FAQPage Schema

How do I build and run my iOS app on a simulator from the command line?▼

Build and run iOS apps on a simulator by coordinating xcodebuild for compilation, resolving the app bundle, and deploying it using native-run. This workflow automates scheme discovery, build configuration, and simulator execution for Xcode projects.

What's the best way to deploy an iOS app to a physical device using xcodebuild?▼

Deploying an iOS app to a physical device requires compiling the project with xcodebuild, resolving the generated app bundle, and installing it via Xcode command-line tools. This Skill guides correct scheme discovery, build configuration, and deployment tooling integration.

How does xcodebuild scheme discovery work for iOS project compilation?▼

Xcodebuild scheme discovery identifies available build schemes within an Xcode project to configure and compile iOS applications correctly. It ensures the proper build configuration is applied before resolving the app bundle and executing deployment workflows.

Can I use native-run to launch an iOS app on a connected device?▼

Yes, native-run helps launch compiled iOS applications on simulators and install builds on connected physical devices. It integrates with xcodebuild outputs and Xcode command-line tools to coordinate deployment and simulator or device execution workflows.

Why does my iOS app deployment fail when resolving the app bundle?▼

iOS app deployment fails when the app bundle resolution is incorrect after xcodebuild compilation. Proper scheme discovery and build configuration handling are required to ensure the generated app bundle is correctly identified for simulator testing or physical device installation.

Do I need Xcode command-line tools to build and run iOS apps?▼

Yes, Xcode command-line tools are required to build and run iOS apps, providing xcodebuild and xcrun for compilation and deployment. This Skill coordinates these tools to handle scheme discovery, build configurations, and app bundle resolution for simulator or device execution.