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How to Show Build Time in Xcode

Learn how to display the time it takes to build your Xcode project with a simple command.

How to Show Build Time in Xcode

Ever wondered how long your Xcode project takes to build? Adding a build-time logger can help you measure and optimize your workflow. Here’s a simple way to achieve it.

Step 1: Enable Build Time Logging

  1. Open the Terminal.
  2. Run the following command:
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defaults write com.apple.dt.Xcode ShowBuildOperationDuration YES

This command enables the build time display in Xcode.

Step 2: Check Build Time

  1. Build your project using Command+B.
  2. The build duration will appear in the Xcode status bar. If you want to remove this feature, run the following command:
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defaults write com.apple.dt.Xcode ShowBuildOperationDuration NO

Why It’s Useful

  • Monitor build time to identify performance bottlenecks.
  • Track improvements when optimizing your codebase.

That’s it! You now have a quick and easy way to track your build times in Xcode.

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