Apple releases official plugin for controlling Xcode through Claude Code
Apple introduced an official plugin that lets Claude Code build, run, and test apps directly in Xcode, as well as open iPhone simulators.
Apple releases official plugin for controlling Xcode through Claude Code
Claude Code can now build, run, and test apps directly in Xcode, as well as open iPhone simulators.
Install with one command:
/plugin install xcode-plugins-official
Do not confuse it with the tool released in June. That one lets you preview apps in the iPhone simulator, which is also quite interesting.
Why it matters
AnalysisThis integrates AI coding workflows directly into Apple’s native development environment, reducing manual steps for iOS/macOS app testing.
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