Note that you should also select the relevant dependencies If you do not wish to install all platforms, use the guide below to help you decide which platforms to install: Type of App The list of available workloads is displayed. Follow the links to read them, then press Continue if you agree: Wait while the installer checks your system:Īn alert will appear asking you to acknowledge the privacy and license terms. You may be presented with a warning about the application being downloaded from the Internet. Once the download is complete, click the VisualStudioforMacInstaller.dmg to mount the installer, then run it by double-clicking the arrow logo: It's necessary to have an Apple ID for installing and signing into Xcode.ĭownload the installer from the Visual Studio for Mac download page. If you don't have an Apple ID already you can create a new one at. It may be possible to use an older version of Xcode if your Mac is not compatible with the latest version. See Apple's minimum requirements documentation A Mac that is compatible with the latest version of Xcode.

To build Xamarin apps for iOS or macOS, you'll also need: Download Visual Studio for Mac Requirements