Xcode 5 gathers together all its features into a single window that is split into working areas. You can choose to hide and reveal different features as you work. Understanding which features are available is one of the keys to maximizing productivity.
Understanding the Interface
Figure 4.1 shows one view of the Xcode interface. From left to right, the UI is split into navigation, editor, and utility areas. This mirrors Apple’s official UI guidelines; all Apple applications follow a similar layout. However, it’s a good idea not to take the area names too literally.
Figure 4.1:
Look again at the Xcode interface and its three-way split.
For example, the navigation area includes debugging features that are only very distantly related to code navigation. A more accurate description for the left area might be “finding and building.” It not only lists files and objects but also reports build issues, supports searches, and simplifies error checking and debugging.
The right area ...
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