How to Run on an IPad not a Simulator

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KenR
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How to Run on an IPad not a Simulator

Post by KenR » Tue Aug 02, 2011 5:54 pm

Hi,

I have downloaded your trial. I have added apple development profile but the Test Target for an IOS app only lists the simulators, not my attached IPad2. How can I get thei to run on the IPad itself for test purposes as I can when using Xcode.

Ken

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Re: How to Run on an IPad not a Simulator

Post by Klaus » Tue Aug 02, 2011 6:00 pm

Hi Ken,

to create an iOS app, you need to "Save as Standalone Application..." in the "File" menu!
Then you can tranfer the app to your iDevice via iTunes or the XCode Organizer.


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Klaus

KenR
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Re: How to Run on an IPad not a Simulator

Post by KenR » Wed Aug 03, 2011 10:15 am

Klaus,

Thanks. Even using your Package builder I am still confused over what combination I need to purchase. I initially only wish to be able to develop apps for IPad/IPhone. Also, am I correct in my assumption that I can only do this in your Mac version?

Ken

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Re: How to Run on an IPad not a Simulator

Post by Klaus » Wed Aug 03, 2011 12:32 pm

Hi Ken,

I am not sure, this new licensing scheme is a bt confusing,
but you might want to get a Pro license for Mac/Winwos and a Pro license
for iOS development.

And yes, although developing stacks can be done on Windows, you need a Mac to compile
for iOS and transfer you app to your iDevices using iTunes or XCodes "Organizer" on the Mac.


Best

Klaus

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Re: How to Run on an IPad not a Simulator

Post by rca » Wed Aug 03, 2011 8:26 pm

re iOS Externals SDK - I can run rresocket fine in the Simulator, but when I build a
standalone and load it onto the ipad, when I tap on the app, it launches and the
splash screen appears OK but it dies immediately

I can successfully build other applications for the iPad ( I have set up , and
included my Provisioning Profile)
I confirmed that for Standalone application settings, under Copy Files, there is an
entry for "binaries/*" - the dylib and icext files are in the binaries folder

I have not altered any of the Xcode code
Are there any special settings to check for building an app that will run on a device?
thanks
rt

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