Resolving the “My Mac 64-bit” Only Issue in Xcode iOS Projects

28 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Xcode

If you’re working on an iOS project in Xcode and suddenly find that your project only shows “My Mac 64-bit” and not the simulator or your device, you’re not alone. This issue can arise unexpectedly, often without any apparent changes to your project settings. In this guide, we’ll explore solutions to restore your simulator and device options, ensuring a smooth development process.

Understanding the Problem

The issue typically occurs when Xcode cannot locate the appropriate executable for your project. This can be due to changes in your project configuration, such as renaming, or due to switching branches in version control. Fortunately, there are several solutions you can try.

Step-by-Step Solutions

Solution 1: Edit the Scheme

The most straightforward solution involves editing your scheme to ensure the correct executable is selected:

• Navigate to Product > Scheme > Edit Scheme….
• In the Executable section, select your app from the dropdown menu.
• Save the changes and check if the simulator and device options reappear.

Solution 2: Manage Schemes

If editing the scheme doesn’t resolve the issue, try managing your schemes:

• Go to Product > Scheme > Manage Schemes….
• Click on Autocreate Schemes Now to regenerate the schemes for your project.
• Select the newly created scheme in Xcode.

Solution 3: Clear User Data

Sometimes, clearing user-specific data can help:

• Right-click on your .xcodeproj file and select Show Package Contents.
• Delete everything inside the xcuserdata folder.

Solution 4: Adjust Build Settings

As a last resort, you can tweak your build settings:

• Under Build Settings, ensure that the Supported Platforms is set to iOS.

Leveraging Repeato for Testing Efficiency

While resolving configuration issues in Xcode can be cumbersome, it’s crucial to maintain an efficient testing process. This is where Repeato can be a game-changer. As a no-code test automation tool, Repeato allows you to quickly create, run, and maintain automated tests for iOS apps using a test recorder and AI-driven computer vision. Its capability to handle complex tasks through command line scripts or JavaScript code ensures robust testing without the overhead of traditional tools like Katalon. Additionally, Repeato’s use of text and JSON formats for saving tests simplifies version control, seamlessly integrating with your development workflow.

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