Resolving the “Storyboard Doesn’t Contain a View Controller with Identifier” Error

28 February 2025 Stephan Petzl Leave a comment Xcode

Encountering the error “Storyboard doesn’t contain a view controller with identifier” can be frustrating, especially when you’ve already set the identifier in your storyboard. This article provides a comprehensive guide to troubleshoot and resolve this issue effectively.

Understanding the Cause

This error typically arises when the storyboard ID is not correctly set or recognized by the system. It’s essential to ensure that your storyboard is properly configured and that the identifiers are set accurately in the Identity Inspector.

Step-by-Step Solutions

1. Verify Storyboard ID

• Open your storyboard in Xcode.
• Select the view controller that you want to instantiate.
• Navigate to the “Identity Inspector” (third tab on the right panel).
• Ensure that the “Storyboard ID” field is filled in with the correct identifier, matching the one used in your code.

2. Clean Your Project

If the storyboard ID is set correctly but the error persists, try cleaning your project:

• Go to the “Product” menu in Xcode.
• Select “Clean” or use the shortcut CMD+SHIFT+K.

3. Check for Localization Issues

Sometimes, this error can occur if there are multiple storyboard localizations, and the view controller is not added to all localizations. Ensure that all localizations contain the necessary view controllers.

4. Double-Check Code Implementation

Ensure that your code correctly references the storyboard and its identifiers:

let storyboard = UIStoryboard(name: "Main", bundle: nil)
let controller = storyboard.instantiateViewController(withIdentifier: "StoryboardID")
self.present(controller, animated: true, completion: nil)

Make sure that “Main” is the name of your storyboard file and “StoryboardID” is the identifier you set in the Identity Inspector.

Leveraging Repeato for Automated Testing

When developing applications, ensuring that your UI and navigation work seamlessly is crucial. A tool like Repeato can be invaluable in automating tests for your iOS applications. Repeato’s no-code test automation capabilities allow you to record, run, and maintain automated tests efficiently. With its support for data-driven and keyword-driven testing, Repeato can help you verify that your storyboards and view controllers are correctly configured, reducing the risk of encountering errors like the one discussed. Additionally, its use of computer vision and AI ensures precise interaction with your app’s UI components.

For more details on using Repeato to enhance your testing process, explore our documentation.

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