Mobile build files

A mobile build file represents a specific version of a native mobile application. When you upload mobile build files to mabl, anyone on your team can create and edit mobile tests in the cloud.

This article explains how to upload and test your mobile builds in mabl.

Export your mobile build

If you haven't done so already, export your iOS or Android build file from your mobile development IDE. Read the article on exporting mobile builds for more detailed instructions.

Upload the mobile build file

To create and run mobile tests in the cloud, you must first upload a file of the mobile build. To add a mobile build file in the mabl app, take the following steps:

1. Go to the mobile build files page: Configuration > Mobile build files.
2. Click on + Upload a new build.
3. When the system dialogue appears, select the mobile build file you want to upload from your computer.
4. Provide a version number for your mobile build file.
5. Click Upload.

If you notice a typo in the build file's name, or if you need to change the version number, click on the pencil icon in the Actions column to update the filename or version number.

Associate the mobile build file with an application and environment

To run mobile tests in plans or integrate them into a CI/CD workflow, you must associate the mobile build file with an application and environment. Go to the applications page - Configuration > Applications - and follow these steps:

1. Identify the environment and application to which you want to add the mobile build file.
2. Hover your mouse over the area in the table where the application and environment meet. An icon will appear in this space:
   • If it is the first application URL for the application in this environment, the icon is a plus sign.
   • If the application already contains URLs in this environment, the icon is a pencil.
3. Click on the Add file or URL button.
4. For Type, select the mobile icon
5. Select the mobile build from the dropdown.
6. Click on the Save button.