Installing Command Line Tools on OS X 10.9.5: A Step-by-Step Guide

If you're a developer or someone who works extensively with code on your Mac, you may have encountered the need to install Command Line Tools (CLT) on your machine. In this article, we'll explore how to download and install CLT on OS X 10.9.5.

The Apple Developer site offers the standalone CLT, but unfortunately, it cannot be used without the Xcode/CLT version. This is because Homebrew, a popular package manager for Macs, requires the Xcode/CLT version to function properly. So, what's the solution?

The answer lies in installing Xcode on your machine. The Command Line Tools are included and automatically installed with Xcode. Once you have Xcode installed, you can use it to develop and test GUI applications, as well as generate non-GUI applications using tools such as LLVM, Clang, and Git.

For those who may not be familiar, the OS X Developer Tools consist of two main components: the Xcode OS X Software Developer Kit and the Command Line Tools. The former is used for developing and testing OS X GUI applications, while the latter provides the necessary tools to create non-GUI applications like FreeSWITCH.

If you're looking to install specific components on your OS X 10.9 machine, this page is designed to guide you through the process. However, please note that as of July 17, 2016, this page is no longer maintained by its original author and has been archived.

To get started with installing Command Line Tools on OS X 10.9.5, follow these steps:

1. Download Xcode from the Mac App Store.

2. Install Xcode on your machine by following the prompts in the installation wizard.

3. Once installed, open Xcode and navigate to the 'Preferences' menu.

4. Click on 'Components' and check the box next to 'Command Line Tools.'

5. Wait for the Command Line Tools to download and install.

That's it! With these simple steps, you should now have the Command Line Tools installed on your OS X 10.9.5 machine. If you're experiencing any issues during the installation process or need further assistance, be sure to consult Apple's official documentation or seek help from a qualified developer.

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