How To Boost Xcode’s Compile Time and Runtime

Enhance your iOS development by improving your build speed

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Ever wondered how many times you compile or run a project? Yes, it's a big number. If you make it a little faster, that will save a significant amount of time. In this article, I’ve prepared some straightforward pointers to help you do just that.

Project Settings

1. Make sure to use a new build system

Go to “File” -> “Menu” -> “Workspace Settings” (or “Project Settings” if you are not using a Workspace).

2. Build the active architecture only

• Navigate to “Build Active Architecture Only” in your project’s build settings.
• Ensure that you set “Debug” to “Yes” and “Release” to “No.”

3. Excluded Architectures