Testing On Debug Agent

Verify Your Plugin Works: Even on Mobile Features Like Camera or GPS

Plugins unlock powerful native device capabilities like camera, GPS, file system, and more. But here's the catch: you're building in a browser on your laptop. How do you test a camera feature when your computer can't access your phone's camera?

The answer: The Debug Agent and Real Device Testing

💡 Why This Matters: You can't open your iPhone camera from your web browser on your laptop, but you can simulate how the plugin behaves. The Debug Agent gives you instant feedback without waiting for a full app build.

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Trigger the Plugin in Debug Mode

Use the app as you would and test the functions that require the plugin.

Example: Testing the Camera Plugin

• Click the "Take Photo" button in your app preview

• The Debug Agent simulates the plugin call

• You'll see a web mockup instead of the real camera opening

• Check the eMOBIQ Terminal for plugin logs and any error messages

What You're Testing: ✅ Does the button trigger the plugin correctly? ✅ Does the app handle the returned image properly? ✅ Are there any errors in the integration?

What You're NOT Testing: ❌ The actual camera hardware ❌ Real-world performance on iOS/Android ❌ Device-specific permissions or quirks

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Test on a Real Device (Full Validation)

For full native functionality (or plugins that don't support web):

1. Click "Release" in eMOBIQ

2. Select Your Platform:

   • iOS: Generates an .ipa file (requires Apple Developer account)

   • Android: Generates an .apk file (install directly or upload to Play Store)

3. Install on Your Device:

   • Android: Download the .apk and install (enable "Install from Unknown Sources")

   • iOS: Use TestFlight or Xcode to install the .ipa

4. Test Every Plugin Feature:

   • Tap "Take Photo" → Does the camera open?

   • Tap "Get Location" → Does GPS activate?

   • Save a file → Does it appear in device storage?

Why This Step Is Critical:

• Real device permissions (Camera, Location, Microphone)

• True performance metrics

• OS-specific behaviors (iOS vs Android differences)

• Full offline functionality