How can I look up the bundle seed id of an iOS app at runtime?
Asked on 2024-07-30
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To look up the bundle seed ID of an iOS app at runtime, you can use the mdutil
tool as part of your debugging process. Here’s a brief overview of how you can do this:
- Select the App's Target: In Xcode, select your app's target.
- Build the App: Go to the Product menu and select Build.
- Switch to Extension Target: If you are working with an extension, switch to the extension target.
- Attach to Process: From the Debug menu, select Attach to Process.
- Run the Utility Command: Open the Terminal app and run the
mdutil
tool. This tool allows you to simulate requests to your bundle ID for debugging purposes.
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