Riv File Viewer

Test and debug Rive animations on real iOS devices. No Xcode required.

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Overview

Free iOS app for testing and debugging Rive animations on real devices. Load .riv files, control state machines, edit data binding, view console logs. Built by Rive Masterclass.

Preview & Customize

Test how your animation looks and behaves.

  • ·All fit modes (Contain, Cover, Fill, Fit Width, Fit Height, None, Scale Down)
  • ·Switch between artboards and state machines
  • ·Custom background colors
  • ·Transparency grid
  • ·Artboard bounds overlay
  • ·Ignore safe area for edge-to-edge testing
Preview & Customize — Riv File Viewer

State Machine Inputs

Control your animation's logic directly.

Input TypeControl
BooleanToggle switch
NumberStepper or direct input
TriggerFire button

Changes apply instantly. Watch your animation respond in real-time.

Data Binding

Edit View Model properties live.

Property TypeControl
StringText input
BooleanToggle
NumberStepper
ColorNative color picker
EnumDropdown
TriggerFire button

No code. Just change values and see results.

Data Binding — Riv File Viewer

Joystick Controller

Pin frequently-used controls to a floating panel.

  • ·Drag anywhere on screen
  • ·Snaps to edges
  • ·Collapse to icon
  • ·Inline editing
  • ·Works with inputs and data binding properties

Console & Debugging

See what's happening inside your animation.

Log TypeShows
State ChangesTransitions with layer info
Data BindingProperty value changes
Input ChangesInput modifications
EventsRive events fired
ErrorsProblems and issues

Filter by type. Copy logs. Clear and start fresh.

Console & Debugging — Riv File Viewer

Asset Inspector

See everything embedded in your .riv file.

  • ·Fonts
  • ·Images
  • ·Audio
  • ·File sizes (individual and total)

Zoom & Controls

  • ·Zoom 50% to 200%
  • ·Triple-tap to reset
  • ·Two-finger long press for distraction-free mode
  • ·Haptic feedback

Requirements

RequirementDetails
PlatformiOS 18.0+ / iPadOS 18.0+
DevicesAll iPhones, all iPads
File format.riv files
InternetOptional (for URL loading only)
AccountNot required

Privacy

  • ·Your files stay on your device
  • ·No data collection
  • ·No analytics
  • ·No tracking
  • ·No account required

Everything is local. Nothing leaves your device.

Get Riv File Viewer

Free. No subscriptions. No in-app purchases.

Download on the App Store