writing-xcuitests

A Claude Code skill for writing robust, maintainable XCUITests for iOS and macOS applications.

What It Enables

This skill helps Claude assist with:

• Writing reliable XCUITests using best practices
• Querying UI elements with accessibility identifiers
• Implementing the Page Object pattern for maintainable tests
• Handling waiting and synchronization correctly
• Debugging and fixing flaky tests
• Using advanced gestures (swipe, pinch, rotate, long press)
• Structuring test suites for scalability

Installation

Direct Repository Method:

/plugin install --git https://github.com/bradwindy/writing-xcuitests

Marketplace Approach:

/plugin marketplace add bradwindy/writing-xcuitests
/plugin install writing-xcuitests@writing-xcuitests-marketplace

Local Setup:

git clone https://github.com/bradwindy/writing-xcuitests.git
/plugin marketplace add ./writing-xcuitests
/plugin install writing-xcuitests@writing-xcuitests-marketplace

Requirements

• macOS with Xcode installed
• Claude Code CLI

When It Activates

The skill automatically engages when you discuss:

• Writing XCUITests or UI tests for iOS/macOS
• Querying XCUIElements or accessibility identifiers
• Implementing Page Object pattern
• Fixing flaky or unreliable tests
• Test waiting and synchronization strategies
• Advanced gestures in UI tests

License

MIT