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screenshot

Capture booted iOS Simulator screenshots to timestamped PNG files.

103|6|Updated Aug 2, 2025
Search Tags:#automation#ui-testing#screenshot#xcrun#qa-testing#ios-simulator
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npx skills add https://github.com/n0an/VivaDicta --skill screenshot-n0an
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: screenshot
Source: https://github.com/n0an/VivaDicta/tree/main/.claude/skills/screenshot
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/n0an/VivaDicta --skill screenshot-n0an

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

The skill captures a screenshot of the iOS Simulator booted device and can optionally analyze the captured image based on user instructions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Capture the iOS Simulator screen to a PNG file in a deterministic path
  • Optional analysis of the screenshot content based on user ARGS
  • Output the saved path and findings for QA/documentation

Quick Start

Capture a screenshot of the booted iOS Simulator and optionally analyze the result according to user instructions.

Frequently Asked Questions about screenshot

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I capture an iOS Simulator screenshot for UI testing?▼

Capturing an iOS Simulator screenshot involves executing xcrun simctl io booted screenshot to save the current screen state to a timestamped PNG file in a deterministic output path.

Can I analyze the content of an iOS Simulator screenshot after saving it?▼

Yes, you can analyze the captured iOS Simulator screenshot by passing specific ARGS to optionally evaluate the image content and output findings for QA documentation.

Does this screenshot automation tool require Xcode to be running?▼

The screenshot automation tool relies on xcrun simctl, which requires the Xcode environment and a booted iOS Simulator to successfully execute the capture command and save the PNG file.

What is the best way to automate iOS Simulator screenshots for QA workflows?▼

The best way to automate iOS Simulator screenshots for QA workflows is using a skill that executes directory creation and xcrun simctl io booted screenshot to save deterministic timestamped files.

Why does the iOS Simulator screenshot capture fail without a booted device?▼

iOS Simulator screenshot capture fails without a booted device because the xcrun simctl io booted screenshot command specifically targets the active simulator instance for image extraction.

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