How does this differ from using standard CLI tools like xcodebuild?

While xcodebuild is a powerful CLI, MCP tools provide access to real-time IDE state, live diagnostics, and the Xcode project view which includes resolved packages and generated files.

Does this skill help with connection errors?

Yes, the router includes logic to direct you to specialized troubleshooting guides for common issues like 'Connection refused' or permission dialog confusion.

What is xcrun mcpbridge?

It is a utility included in modern Xcode versions that allows AI clients like Claude Code to communicate with the Xcode IDE using the Model Context Protocol (MCP).

Which Xcode versions are supported?

This skill is optimized for modern xOS development, specifically targeting Xcode 26.3 and newer which includes native MCP support.

Can I use this for SwiftUI previews?

Yes, this router directs you to the specific skills required to render and interact with SwiftUI previews through the MCP RenderPreview tool.

Xcode MCP Router

Name: Xcode MCP Router
Author: CharlesWiltgen

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Routes Claude Code commands to specialized Xcode MCP skills for seamless Apple platform development and IDE integration.

The Xcode MCP Router acts as a central intelligence hub for developers using Claude Code with Xcode's Model Context Protocol (MCP). It intelligently directs queries to specialized modules for initial setup, tool-specific API references, and advanced workflow patterns like BuildFix or TestFix loops. By bridging the gap between Claude and the xcrun mcpbridge, it enables efficient building, testing, and debugging of iOS, iPadOS, and watchOS applications directly from the AI interface while maintaining awareness of the IDE's internal state and project structure.

주요 기능

01Comprehensive support for xcrun mcpbridge and official Apple IDE tools

02Optimized workflows for building, testing, and rendering SwiftUI previews

03Advanced troubleshooting for connection issues and permission dialogs

04Project-aware context via XcodeRead and navigator issue diagnostics

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06Intelligent routing to specialized Xcode MCP setup and tool skills

사용 사례

01Running and fixing unit tests directly from the terminal using MCP tools

02Configuring Claude Code to communicate with Xcode via mcpbridge

03Looking up specific parameter schemas for Xcode build and grep operations

What are Skills?·How to Install

Install with 🐟 Skill.Fish

npx skillfish add charleswiltgen/axiom axiom-xcode-mcp

For use in Claude.ai and ChatGPT

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