Cant add files to ios simulator

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Exafunk OP

Created Feb ’24

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xcode 15.2, mac m2 mini, 14.2.1 sonoma

i need a pdf file to stage my app for screen shots for the market. icloud wont sync, cant drag files to the home screen or any screen, it just does not work.

i am at the end of my rope here, i just need some screen shots, my app is approved and ready

am i wrong>? is there a way to do this or is it just broken now in the name of (lazy) security?

edit--the more i read the more i angry and frustrated i get. this is broken and will not be fixed. i need to just workaround via email. so happy my second 100 dollar developer subscription bill is coming up!

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Answer 1

myuncle OP

Feb ’24

I was able to drag and drop a pdf file from Finder onto the Simulator. Once I did that, it launched the Files app and allowed me to save it to "On my iPhone" in the Files app.

I'm using Xcode 15.2 but on Ventura.

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Answer 2

myuncle OP

Feb ’24

If drag and drop doesn't work for some reason, you can always host a file online and navigate to it using Safari on the Simulator. Safari should allow you to download the file and save it to the Files app.

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