Troubleshooting FAQs
Solutions to the most common problems you might encounter.Installation Issues
Nativeline won't open
Nativeline won't open
Try these steps:
- Check you have macOS 15.1 or later
- Right-click the app, choose “Open” to bypass Gatekeeper
- Go to System Settings → Privacy & Security → Allow Nativeline
- Restart your Mac and try again
- Re-download from nativeline.ai
Xcode installation failed
Xcode installation failed
If Xcode install gets stuck:
- Check internet connection
- Ensure at least 30GB free space
- Restart Nativeline — it should resume
- Check System Settings → Software Update for pending updates
- Try installing Xcode manually from App Store, then reopen Nativeline
'Mac not supported' error
'Mac not supported' error
You need macOS 15.1 (Sequoia) or later.To update:
- System Settings → General → Software Update
- Download and install the latest macOS
- Some older Macs may not support macOS 15
Not enough storage space
Not enough storage space
Nativeline + Xcode requires about 30GB.To free space:
- Empty Trash
- Delete old Downloads
- Use Storage Management (Apple menu → About This Mac → Storage → Manage)
- Remove unused apps
- Clear system caches
Building Issues
Build keeps failing
Build keeps failing
If the app won’t build:
- Check the error message in the build output
- Let the AI try to fix it (up to 3 attempts)
- Describe the error to the AI in your own words
- Try:
/planclearto reset and start fresh - As last resort, create a new project and rebuild
AI tried 3 times but couldn't fix the error
AI tried 3 times but couldn't fix the error
When automatic fixing fails after 3 attempts:
- A Continue Fixing card appears in the chat
- Optionally add more context in your message
- Click Continue Fixing to let the AI try again
- If still failing, describe the problem differently
- Try: “Let’s try a completely different approach”
Simulator not showing
Simulator not showing
If iOS Simulator doesn’t appear:
- Wait a moment — first launch takes time
- Check Dock for Simulator icon
- Nativeline menu → Window → Show Simulator
- Restart Nativeline
- Open Xcode → Open Developer Tool → Simulator to test directly
Simulator shows wrong/old content
Simulator shows wrong/old content
To reset the Simulator:
- In Simulator: Device → Erase All Content and Settings
- Wait for reset to complete
- Click “Run App” in Nativeline
- Fresh build should install
App crashes on launch
App crashes on launch
Common causes:
- Missing permission descriptions (add in Settings → Permissions)
- Invalid initial state
- Missing data the app expects
- Check build output for crash log
- Tell the AI: “The app crashes on launch. Here’s the error: [paste error]”
- The AI will analyze and fix
Changes aren't appearing
Changes aren't appearing
After AI makes changes:
- Wait for the AI to finish completely
- Look for “Run App” button or wait for auto-run
- Watch for build output
- Check Simulator after build succeeds
AI Issues
AI isn't understanding what I want
AI isn't understanding what I want
Tips for better results:
- Be more specific — include details
- Break into smaller requests
- Try rephrasing your request
- Share a screenshot of what you want
- Say “That’s not right, I wanted X instead”
AI keeps making the same mistake
AI keeps making the same mistake
When AI is stuck in a loop:
- Type
/planclearto clear the current plan - Say “Let’s try a completely different approach”
- Be more specific about what’s wrong
- Break the task into smaller pieces
- Provide examples or reference images
AI says 'completed' but created 0 files
AI says 'completed' but created 0 files
Sometimes the AI reports completion but nothing was actually created, and the plan stays active (not checked off).To fix this:
- Type
/planclearto clear the stuck plan - Re-request the feature with different wording
- The AI will start fresh and complete the task
AI seems slow
AI seems slow
Possible reasons:
- Complex request taking time
- Server load (try again later)
- Large project context being processed
'Out of bits' error
'Out of bits' error
You’ve used your monthly bit allocation.Options:
- Wait for monthly reset
- Upgrade to a higher plan
Account Issues
Can't log in
Can't log in
Try these steps:
- Verify email address is correct
- Check for 8-digit code in spam folder
- Click “Resend Code” and wait 2-3 minutes
- Try a different email address
- Contact support@nativeline.ai
Verification code not arriving
Verification code not arriving
Email issues:
- Check spam/junk folder
- Wait 2-3 minutes (can be delayed)
- Add nativeline.ai to your contacts
- Click “Resend Code” in the app
- Try a different email (Gmail, iCloud work well)
Subscription not showing
Subscription not showing
If you paid but don’t have access:
- Close and reopen Nativeline
- Go to Settings → Account → Restore Purchases
- Check the subscription is active in your Apple ID settings
- Wait a few minutes and try again
- Contact support with your receipt
Publishing Issues
Upload to TestFlight failed
Upload to TestFlight failed
Common causes:
- Check internet connection
- Verify Apple Developer account is connected
- Ensure Bundle ID matches App Store Connect
- Check for missing app icon (1024x1024)
- Try resetting signing certificates in Settings
Build stuck in 'Processing'
Build stuck in 'Processing'
Apple processing can take 10-30 minutes, sometimes longer.If longer than 2 hours:
- Check Apple System Status
- Upload a new build with incremented number
- Wait up to 24 hours before contacting Apple
App rejected by App Store
App rejected by App Store
Handle rejection:
- Read the rejection reason carefully
- Fix each issue mentioned
- Upload new build if code changes needed
- Reply in Resolution Center
- Resubmit for review
Performance Issues
Nativeline is slow
Nativeline is slow
To improve performance:
- Close other heavy applications
- Restart Nativeline
- Restart your Mac
- Check Activity Monitor for resource usage
- Ensure enough free storage (at least 10GB)
Mac is running hot
Mac is running hot
Building apps uses significant CPU. This is normal, but:
- Work in a well-ventilated area
- Close unnecessary apps
- Take breaks between heavy build sessions
- Check that fans are working (Activity Monitor)
Builds taking too long
Builds taking too long
Speed up builds:
- Close other applications
- Quit and reopen Nativeline occasionally
- First build is always slowest
- Incremental builds are faster
Still Stuck?
Check the Guides
- Debugging Guide — Deep dive into fixing issues
- How Do I… — Quick answers for common actions
- Fixing Build Errors — When automatic fixes fail
Contact Support
Email: support@nativeline.ai Include:- What you were doing
- What happened
- What you expected
- Any error messages
- Screenshots if helpful
Join the Community
- Discord — Get help from other users
- Search for similar issues others have solved
- Share your solution to help others