Xcode Junk Xcode Cache
This folder stores cached data used by Xcode to speed up launches, indexing, and other developer workflows on your Mac.
What is Xcode Junk Xcode Cache?
~/Library/Caches/com.apple.dt.Xcode is a user cache folder created for Xcode. It typically holds temporary or reusable data that helps Apple's development tools load faster and avoid rebuilding certain information every time you open or use Xcode. People usually encounter it when reviewing disk usage, troubleshooting Xcode performance, or cleaning up development-related storage.
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Safety overview
Status: Mostly safe
Cache folders usually do not contain your source projects, but removing them can force Xcode to recreate cached data, which may temporarily slow launches, indexing, or other tasks until the cache is rebuilt.
Recommendation: Keep it if you actively use Xcode and want the best performance. If you need to recover space or troubleshoot Xcode, removing this cache folder is generally low risk, but expect Xcode to rebuild it later.
File path
~/Library/Caches/com.apple.dt.Xcode
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