Running your app on a simulator or virtual deviceĮxpo CLI allows you to run your React Native app on a physical device without setting up a development environment. If you're curious to learn more about React Native, check out the Introduction to React Native.

in the Expo issues (for issues about the Expo client or SDK).

in the Expo CLI issues (for issues related to Expo CLI), or.

If you have a problem with Expo, before creating a new issue, please see if there's an existing issue about it: These tools help you get started quickly, but before committing to building your app with Expo CLI, read about the limitations. You can also ask for help at Expo forums. Now what?Įxpo also has docs you can reference if you have questions specific to the tool. That's it!Ĭongratulations! You've successfully run and modified your first React Native app. The application should reload automatically once you save your changes.

Open App.js in your text editor of choice and edit some lines. Now that you have successfully run the app, let's modify it. On iOS, use the built-in QR code scanner of the Camera app. On Android, use the Expo app to scan the QR code from your terminal to open your project. Install the Expo client app on your iOS or Android phone and connect to the same wireless network as your computer.

This will start a development server for you. Expo init AwesomeProject cd AwesomeProject yarn start # you can also use: expo start Copy

Mobile emulator on mac