What's the best way to copy xib file(s)?

Question

I have a ViewController.xib that I would like to duplicate so I can make some settle changes to the duplicate copies. Everything is laid out how I like it in interfaceBuilder and coded correctly in the original ViewController(.M & h.). Can this be done and what is the best way to do this?

Answer 1

Sadly, there isn't a way to directly duplicate a file from within Xcode. I've submitted a bug to Apple on this and you should too. It's not too difficult to do manually, though:

1. In Xcode, right-click on the xib and choose "Show in Finder"
2. Once Finder comes up with the file selected, right-click on the file and choose "Duplicate"
3. Rename the file as you need
4. Drag these new files back into your Xcode project.