

3) Run Xcode onceĪfter downloading Xcode, you have to launch the Xcode application one time to install its components. If your computer does not have enough space for Xcode, or if the download will take prohibitively long (more than 24 hours) due to the quality of your internet connection, reach out to the Head TA for alternate installation instructions. Xcode is a very large app, so the download and installation will take some time, and can be anywhere from 1-4 hours depending on your network connection speed.

For macOS 10.13, use Xcode version 10.1.For macOS 10.14, use Xcode version 11.3.Search for Xcode and select the version that is compatible with your macOS version:.Older versions of Xcode are available at Apple Developer Downloads by following these steps If your macOS version is 10.14 or older, you need to install an older Xcode. Select menu - > "App Store…" and search for Xcode. If your macoS version is Catalina >= 10.15, you can install the latest Xcode directly from the App Store by following these steps: Select menu -> "About This Mac" and read the macOS version number. To choose the correct Xcode installation, you need to know your macOS version. Installing Xcode provides the C++ compiler that is used by Qt Creator.

2) Install Xcode toolsĪpple's developer tools are bundled as a part of Xcode. If this is not possible for you, please reach out to the course staff ASAP. In order to install QtCreator, you need to have a version of MacOS that is >= 10.13. If so, install them first and only then proceed with the rest of this installation guide. Select menu -> "System Preferences" -> "Software Update" and check whether any OS updates are available. Before installation, ensure your macOS operating system is current.
