how to test ios26

To test iOS 26, you can utilize the new features and improvements in Xcode 26, as discussed in the WWDC sessions. Here are some key points to consider:

UI Testing Enhancements: Xcode 26 has introduced significant upgrades to UI testing, including a new code generation system for UI Automation Recording. This allows you to record interactions and automatically generate test code, which can be particularly useful for testing UI elements like collection editing. You can start a recording session by placing the cursor in the test method body and clicking the Start Recording button in the editor gutter. What’s new in Xcode
XCT Hitch Metric: This new metric in Xcode 26 helps you measure the responsiveness of your UI by catching hitches during testing. It reports metrics such as Hitch time ratio, which represents the total time your app was hitching during the test. What’s new in Xcode
Runtime API Checks: Xcode 26 includes more runtime API checks that can surface framework runtime issues and threading problems. The Thread Performance Checker, for example, detects issues like priority inversions and non-UI work on the main thread. What’s new in Xcode
Xcode Cloud: You can use Xcode Cloud to run your tests autonomously. It allows you to configure workflows to start testing in the cloud as soon as you push to a certain branch, and you can view the results directly in Xcode. Xcode essentials
Test Plans: Organize your tests into test plans to manage which tests to run and under what conditions. This can be particularly useful for running tests across different schemes or configurations. Record, replay, and review: UI automation with Xcode

By leveraging these tools and features, you can effectively test your applications on iOS 26.