MiniSim for MAC
Free, open-source menu bar app for Mac that launches iOS simulators and Android emulators, with a global shortcut and handy device actions.
MiniSim Overview
MiniSim is a small menu bar app for developers who work with iOS simulators and Android emulators. You open it from the menu bar or press Option + Shift + E, then choose the device you want to start. It is written in Swift and AppKit and is fully native.
MiniSim is made by Oskar Kwaśniewski and released under the MIT license. It needs macOS 12 or later and runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs. Version 0.10.0 adds a way to upload files and folders to a simulator, emulator or device. MiniSim relies on xcrun and the Android emulator tools to find your devices, so it might not work without a proper Xcode and Android Studio setup. A Raycast extension is also available.
Key Features
MiniSim puts your test devices one click away.
- Menu bar access: Lists your simulators and emulators in the menu bar.
- Global shortcut: Opens the menu with Option + Shift + E.
- iOS simulators: Launches a simulator, and copies its UDID or name.
- Delete simulators: Removes iOS simulators from the menu.
- Android emulators: Launches an emulator, with an optional cold boot.
- Run without audio: Starts Android emulators without sound.
- Android tools: Toggles accessibility on an emulator and copies its name or ADB id.
- Launch options: Sets default launch flags, focuses open devices and shows which ones are running.
What’s New in Version 0.10.0
MiniSim 0.10.0 adds file uploads.
- Adds a Local Files submenu with an Upload option that sends a file or folder to a simulator, emulator or device.
MiniSim FAQ
Is MiniSim free?
Yes. MiniSim is free and open source, released under the MIT license.
What does MiniSim do?
It launches iOS simulators and Android emulators from the Mac menu bar, and offers actions such as copying device details and deleting simulators.
Which macOS version does MiniSim need?
macOS 12 or later.
Does MiniSim run on Apple Silicon Macs?
Yes. The app is universal and runs natively on Apple Silicon and Intel Macs.
Do I need Xcode and Android Studio?
MiniSim uses xcrun and the Android emulator tools to find devices, and it might not work without a proper Xcode and Android Studio setup.
What is the keyboard shortcut for MiniSim?
Option + Shift + E opens its menu.
Can MiniSim cold boot an Android emulator?
Yes. It can also run Android emulators without audio.
Can I upload files to a simulator with MiniSim?
Yes. Version 0.10.0 adds a Local Files submenu that uploads a file or folder to a simulator, emulator or device.
Can I install MiniSim with Homebrew?
Yes. Run brew install --cask minisim.
Where does the MiniSim download on minisim.FULLMAC.app come from?
The download button leads to the official MiniSim releases page at https://github.com/okwasniewski/MiniSim/releases/latest. minisim.FULLMAC.app does not change or repackage the app.
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