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name: capacitor-app-upgrade-v7-to-v8
description: Guides the agent through upgrading a Capacitor app from v7 to v8. Use when the project is on Capacitor 7 and needs the v8 migration path. Do not use for other major versions, plugin-only upgrades, or non-Capacitor apps.
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# Capacitor App Upgrade v7 to v8

Upgrade a Capacitor app from version 7 to version 8.

## When to Use This Skill

- User says the app is on Capacitor 7 and must move to v8
- User wants the exact v7 to v8 migration path
- User needs v8-specific native and package updates

## Procedure

1. Read the current `@capacitor/core` version from `package.json`.
2. Update all `@capacitor/*` packages to the v8-compatible range.
3. Review the v7 to v8 migration notes before editing native files.
4. Run `bun install`.
5. Sync with `bunx cap sync`.
6. Verify the iOS and Android builds.

## Error Handling

- If the automated migration misses a package, update it manually before syncing again.
- If iOS fails, check the deployment target and Xcode compatibility for Capacitor 8.
- If Android fails, check the Gradle and Java requirements for Capacitor 8.