What is “Xcode iOS symbols” on a Mac?

Debug data for iOS versions. Recreated when you connect an iPhone. (~/Library/Developer/Xcode/iOS DeviceSupport)

Xcode iOS symbols on Mac: what it is and whether you can delete it

Q: Can I delete “Xcode iOS symbols”?

Yes, you can delete it without losing anything. It recreates itself: the tool that created it makes it again when needed. At most, the next time takes a little longer.

~/Library/Developer/Xcode/iOS DeviceSupport

Yes, you can delete it without losing anything

It recreates itself: the tool that created it makes it again when needed. At most, the next time takes a little longer.

What it is

Debug data for iOS versions. Recreated when you connect an iPhone.

Category: Developer tools · DiskSpace AI verdict: Recreates itself

How to free the space

By emptying the folder's contents (the folder stays).

DiskSpace AI finds it for you

It tells you how much it takes on your Mac, what it is and whether you can delete it. It only selects what recreates itself, and your files are kept 7 days in case you change your mind.

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