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XcodeBuild MCP is a server that integrates Xcode-related tools for AI assistants and MCP clients, supporting functions such as Xcode project management, simulator control, and app utilities to achieve an automated development process.
Developer toolsOperating system automation#Xcode Tools#Simulator Management#Automated Development#iOS Development.TypeScript
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Installation

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What is XcodeBuild MCP?

XcodeBuild MCP is a specialized server that enables AI assistants and other tools to programmatically work with Xcode projects. It provides a set of standardized commands for building projects, managing simulators, and interacting with iOS/macOS apps.

How to use XcodeBuild MCP?

After installation, configure your AI assistant (like Cursor or Claude) to connect to the XcodeBuild MCP server. The assistant can then use it to build projects, run apps on simulators, and troubleshoot issues automatically.

Use Cases

Ideal for developers using AI assistants to work with Xcode projects, especially for automating build processes, fixing errors, and testing apps on simulators without manual intervention.

Key Features

Xcode Project Management
Discover, build and clean Xcode projects with standardized commands. Get project information like schemes and build settings.
Simulator Management
List, boot and control iOS simulators. Install, launch and debug apps on simulators with log capture capabilities.
UI Automation (Beta)
Interact with simulator UI elements through taps and swipes. Capture screenshots for visual feedback.
App Utilities
Extract bundle identifiers and launch apps on both simulators and macOS devices.
Advantages
Standardizes Xcode interactions for AI assistants
Reduces manual command-line work
Enables autonomous error fixing by AI
Provides reliable simulator control
Limitations
Requires macOS and Xcode
UI automation features are in beta
Some MCP clients may not support all features

Getting Started

Install Prerequisites
Ensure you have macOS 14.5+, Xcode 18+, and mise installed.
Install XcodeBuild MCP
Use mise to install the server package.
Configure Your AI Client
Add the MCP server configuration to your AI assistant's settings.
Enable UI Automation (Optional)
For advanced features, install idb-companion.

Demo Scenarios

Automatic Error Fixing
AI assistant detects build errors and fixes them autonomously using XcodeBuild MCP.
UI Automation Demo
Using the new UI automation features to interact with app elements and capture screenshots.
App Building Workflow
Complete workflow from building to running an iOS app in the simulator.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need this if I can use xcodebuild directly?
Which AI clients support this MCP server?
Why does it skip macro validation?
How do I troubleshoot issues?

Additional Resources

GitHub Repository
Project source code and issue tracker
mise Documentation
Installation and usage guide for mise
MCP Protocol
Information about Model Context Protocol

Installation

Copy the following command to your Client for configuration
{
  "mcpServers": {
    "XcodeBuildMCP": {
      "command": "mise",
      "args": [
        "x",
        "npm:xcodebuildmcp@1.3.1",
        "--",
        "xcodebuildmcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}
Note: Your key is sensitive information, do not share it with anyone.

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