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xcodebuildmcp-cli

Automate Xcode project build, test, run, and debug workflows via CLI.

1|Updated Feb 24, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#build#debug#ios#macos#xcodebuildmcp
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kmshdev/claude-swift-toolkit --skill xcodebuildmcp-cli
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Skill: xcodebuildmcp-cli
Source: https://github.com/kmshdev/claude-swift-toolkit/tree/main/skills/xcodebuildmcp-cli
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kmshdev/claude-swift-toolkit --skill xcodebuildmcp-cli

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

XcodeBuildMCP CLI streamlines iOS/macOS development by offering a command-line interface that replaces MCP tool calls with familiar xcodebuildmcp commands for build, test, run, debug, and UI automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Command discovery and help: Explore available workflows and arguments directly from the CLI.
  • Cross-platform automation: Build, test, run, install, and debug on simulators and real devices for iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.
  • Project discovery and UI automation: Discover schemes, bundle IDs, and automate UI interactions via scripted commands.

Quick Start

Start by listing available commands with xcodebuildmcp --help and try a sample workflow such as xcodebuildmcp simulator build-run-sim.

Frequently Asked Questions about xcodebuildmcp-cli

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Xcode builds from the command line?▼

You can automate Xcode project builds from the command line by using a CLI that replaces MCP tool calls with familiar commands, enabling scriptable control over schemes, simulators, and devices for iOS and macOS.

Can I run iOS UI automation tests via a CLI script?▼

Yes, you can script UI automation interactions for iOS projects by executing structured CLI commands, replacing standard MCP tool calls to control workflows directly from the terminal environment.

Does this CLI tool support building for watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS?▼

Yes, the CLI supports cross-platform automation for iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS, allowing you to build, test, run, install, and debug applications across simulators and real devices.

What is the best way to discover available Xcode project schemes from the terminal?▼

The best way to discover Xcode project schemes and bundle IDs from the terminal is using a CLI that provides command discovery and help features, outputting available workflows and structured arguments directly.

How do I start building and running an iOS app on a simulator via command line?▼

Start by listing available commands with the help flag, then execute a sample workflow command like simulator build-run-sim to automatically build and launch your iOS application on a simulator.

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