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How to interpret the output from the "Leaks" XCode performance tool?


I don't understand the output from the "Leaks" performance tool in XCode. How can I interpret this output?


Solution

  • The Leaks Instrument looks for blocks of memory that are not referenced from the application code.

    The Table View shows the addresses of the block found in such condition.

    Yes, Instruments it's not simple to use, there are many leaks apparently from the OS and/or the system libraries, the details often show over-freed blocks (?!).

    Life is complex :)