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Are you having trouble installing or running Unreal Engine on your Mac? If so, you may be encountering an issue with the Xcode Command Line Tools. This guide will walk you through the steps to resolve the “Unreal Engine Xcode Not Found” error and get your engine up and running in no time.

What are the Xcode Command Line Tools?

The Xcode Command Line Tools are a set of software development tools that are required to run Unreal Engine on macOS. These tools include things like compilers, linkers, and libraries, which are used to build and run your engine’s code.

Why do I need the Xcode Command Line Tools?

You need the Xcode Command Line Tools in order to run Unreal Engine on your Mac. Without these tools, you won’t be able to compile or link your engine’s code, which will prevent it from running.

How do I install the Xcode Command Line Tools?

  1. Open a Terminal window on your Mac (you can find Terminal in Applications > Utilities).
  2. Type `xcode-select –install` and press Enter. This will launch the App Store and download the latest version of the Xcode Command Line Tools.
  3. Once the download is complete, open a new Terminal window and type `xcode-select -p` to select the default command line toolchain.
  4. Finally, restart your Mac to ensure that the changes take effect.

If you’re still having trouble with the "Unreal Engine Xcode Not Found" error after installing the Xcode Command Line Tools, try the following steps:

  1. Open a Terminal window and type `xcode-select -p` to select the default command line toolchain. This will ensure that you’re using the correct set of tools when running Unreal Engine.
  2. Check that your version of macOS is compatible with the version of Xcode you have installed. You can find your version of macOS by going to System Preferences > About This Mac. You can also check your version of Xcode by opening it and selecting Xcode > About Xcode from the menu bar.
  3. If you’re still having trouble, try uninstalling and reinstalling Unreal Engine. To do this, go to Applications > Epic Games Launcher, click on the three dots in the top right corner of the window, and select “Uninstall”. After uninstalling, follow the instructions to download and install Unreal Engine again.

Summary

The “Unreal Engine Xcode Not Found” error can be frustrating, but by following these steps, you should be able to resolve it and get your engine up and running. Remember to keep your version of macOS and the Xcode Command Line Tools up to date, and always check that you’re using the correct set of tools when running Unreal Engine.