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How does iOS handle lazy loading of frameworks?
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
Frameworks are loaded by dyld only when first referenced.
Deep explanation
dyld resolves dependencies at launch but delays loading some frameworks until symbols are first used, reducing initial startup cost.
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