Removing Xcode Derived Data from the Terminal
Remove Xcode's Derived Data folder from the terminal to free disk space and resolve build issues.
Removing Xcode Derived Data from the Terminal
Why Remove Derived Data?
Xcode stores build information in Derived Data to help speed up compilation. Over time, this folder can grow large or get corrupted, leading to project or disk issues.
Quick Cleanup via Terminal
Open your terminal and run the following command:
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rm -rf ~/Library/Developer/Xcode/DerivedData
That’s it—Xcode will automatically recreate the folder as needed on the next build. This can help fix strange build errors and free up disk space quickly.
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