xcodebuildmcp-cli
Official skill for the XcodeBuildMCP CLI. Use when doing iOS/macOS/watchOS/tvOS/visionOS work (build, test, run, debug, log, UI automation).
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npx skills add getsentry/xcodebuildmcp --skill xcodebuildmcp-cli
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XcodeBuildMCP CLI
Use XcodeBuildMCP tools via the xcodebuildmcp executable instead of raw xcodebuild , xcrun , or simctl .
Step 1: Ensure the CLI Exists
Check availability:
If missing, install with one of:
Re check after install:
Step 2: Use Help First Discovery
Discover workflows and arguments from the CLI itself:
Use this discovery path instead of memorizing static tool lists.
Step 3: Keep Execution Minimal
Choose the smallest command sequence that satisfies the request.
Prefer direct workflow commands over manual multi step chains unless explicitly requested.
For simulator run intent, prefer the combined build and run command.
Do not chain build then build and run unless explicitly requested.
Capability Overview
xcodebuildmcp supports:
simulator and device build/test/run
debugging and log capture
UI automation
project discovery and scaffolding
session defaults and workflow configuration
Exit Criteria
CLI presence is verified or installation steps are provided.
Commands are discovered via help / tools .
Session defaults are checked before first build/run/test action.