Work with AI assistant in the Xcode - Github Copilot, ChatGPT

Mason Chang
2024年12月9日
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已更新：1月23日

Currently, both GitHub Copilot and ChatGPT Desktop have been integrated into Xcode. We are stepping into the future of coding with “AI Pair Programming,” leveraging the power of AI to boost our efficiency and creativity.

(Make your boss think you’re indispensable! 😂)

GitHub Copilot

GitHub Copilot code completion in Xcode is now available in public preview (2024.10.29)(link)

Step 1:

Enable GitHub Copilot (Skip this step if already enabled)
- Register and subscribe to Copilot. (30-day free trial available; you can subscribe first and cancel if it doesn’t fit your workflow.)

Step 2:

Install GitHub Copilot for Xcode
- Download Github Copilot for Xcode

Step 3:

Grant Permissions
- Open GitHub Copilot for Xcode.
- Grant Accessibility Permission (as shown in the image).
- Select Extension Permission and grant access to Xcode Source Editor (as shown in the image).

Step 4:

Verify All Permissions Have Been Successfully Granted

Step 5:

Open Xcode to Test
- Type

func CalculateDaysBetweenDates(

You should see a suggestion like the image below (if not, ensure that your GitHub Copilot for Xcode is enabled).

Step 6:

Let AI Complete the Entire Code (Feel free to test the following key combinations):
- Press Tab to complete the current line of code.
- Press Option to display the full recommended code.
- Press Option + Tab to automatically complete the entire block of code.

ChatGPT Desktop for Xcode

前置:

You need to subscribe to the Plus plan to access the Work with Apps feature. (link)

This early beta is available to Plus and Teams users.