ios-simulator-mcp
MCP server for iOS simulator interaction. ios-simulator-mcp is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server maintained by joshuayoes. It connects to MCP-compatible clients such as Claude Desktop, Cursor, Cline, and other agents that speak the protocol. It exposes 9 tools, including get_booted_simulator_id, describe_accessibility_elements, tap_coordinates, input_text, swipe, get_ui_element_info, take_screenshot and record_video, that an agent can call directly. It is categorized under Platform/iOS and Tool/Xcode.
What is this MCP
This is a Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that enables programmatic interaction with iOS simulators. It provides capabilities to control, inspect, and validate iOS simulator UI elements and behavior.
How to use this MCP
Install via npm or local development, configure in Cursor's MCP settings, and use provided commands to interact with simulators. Example prompts include verifying UI elements, testing tap responses, and taking screenshots.
What this MCP can be used for
Primarily for QA testing in agent mode after feature implementation. Enables UI validation, accessibility testing, automated screenshot capture, and interaction verification for iOS apps during development.
AIMCP authority
DR and traffic signal for the AIMCP public domain.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ios-simulator-mcp MCP server?
ios-simulator-mcp is a Model Context Protocol server from joshuayoes. It lets MCP-compatible AI clients call its tools over a standard interface, so agents like Claude, Cursor, and Cline can use it without custom integration.
How do I connect ios-simulator-mcp to my AI client?
Add ios-simulator-mcp to your client's MCP configuration using the stdio or SSE connection shown in the usage examples on this page, then restart the client to load the server.
What tools does ios-simulator-mcp provide?
ios-simulator-mcp provides 9 tools: get_booted_simulator_id, describe_accessibility_elements, tap_coordinates, input_text, swipe, get_ui_element_info, take_screenshot, record_video and stop_recording.
Is ios-simulator-mcp free to use?
ios-simulator-mcp is listed on AIMCP for free. Any API keys or accounts required by the underlying service are set by its provider.
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