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Simctl MCP

A Model Context Protocol server implementation for controlling iOS simulators, supporting various operations such as device management, app management, and permission control.
Developer toolsOperating system automation#Simulator Control#App Management#Device Management#System Operations.TypeScript
2.5 points
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Installation

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What is SimCtl-MCP?

SimCtl-MCP is a server based on Model Context Protocol for managing and controlling iOS simulators. It supports various functions such as device management, app installation, and permission settings, enabling developers to conduct simulator testing more efficiently.

How to use SimCtl-MCP?

Through simple command-line operations, you can start the server and perform various tasks on the simulator, such as installing apps, managing permissions, or generating connection strings.

Applicable scenarios

SimCtl-MCP is suitable for developers who need to frequently test iOS apps, especially teams that require automated simulator operations.

Main Features

Device Management
Create, delete, start, and shut down simulator devices.
App Management
Install, uninstall, start, and terminate apps in the simulator.
App Permission Management
Grant or revoke app permissions and reset all app permissions.
System Functions
Open URLs, add media files, change the appearance mode, etc.
Certificate and Security
Add root certificates and regular certificates and reset the keychain.
Media and Content
Take screenshots, get or set the clipboard content.
Advantages
Simplify the simulator operation process and improve development efficiency.
Support integration with multiple languages and platforms.
Lightweight design, easy to deploy and use.
Limitations
Only support iOS simulators, not applicable to real devices.
Require a locally installed Node.js environment to run.
May require a certain technical background for advanced users.

How to Use

Install Dependencies
Make sure Node.js and npm are installed. Please visit the official website to download and install them.
Start the Server
Enter the following command in the terminal to start the server.
Execute Tasks
Use the MCP protocol to send instructions, such as getting the clipboard content.

Usage Examples

Open the Settings app
Send an instruction through the MCP protocol to open the Settings app in the simulator.
Get the clipboard content
Get and print the current clipboard content.
Generate an Appium connection string
Generate an Appium connection string based on the specified simulator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does SimCtl-MCP support real devices?
How to start the HTTP server mode?
Can the port number be customized?

Related Resources

Official Documentation
Detailed usage guide and API documentation.
GitHub Code Repository
Source code of the open-source project. Contributors can participate in development.
Video Tutorial
Quick start guide.

Installation

Copy the following command to your Client for configuration
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "simctl-mcp": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "simctl-mcp"]
    }
  }
}
Note: Your key is sensitive information, do not share it with anyone.

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