Using iTunes to install instrumented iOS applications

You can use iTunes on a Macintosh or Windows computer to install an instrumented iOS application on one or more iOS devices running iOS 6.x, 7.0.1, or 7.1. This task applies to people who might not have access to the application source code. After you install the instrumented app on the device, you can begin testing.

Before you begin

Procedure

  1. Start ITunes and verify that Apps is listed in the sidebar of the iTunes library, as shown below. If you do not see Apps listed, click iTunes > Preferences to add Apps to the Library.

    iTunes Library

  2. Connect the iOS device to the computer using a USB cable.

    The iOS device will now be listed in iTunes.

  3. Select the iOS device in iTunes, click Files > Add to Library, select the AUT archive file, and click Open.

    The AUT archive file is added to your iTunes library.

  4. Select the AUT archive, click the Install button, and then click Apply.

    The AUT archive is now listed in a Home Screens on the right side in iTunes. The Home Screens show the layout of the screens on the device.

  5. Click Sync to copy the app to the device.

Results

After you complete these steps, you can start recording a test.

Feedback