How can I launch a live activity app intent from a control
Asked on 08/01/2024
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To launch a live activity app intent from a control, you can follow these steps:
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Define the App Intent: Create an app intent that modifies the live activity. For example, a timer control can have an intent to start or stop the timer, which in turn updates the live activity.
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Configure the Control: Use the control center API to refresh the control state when the live activity changes. This ensures that the control stays up to date with the live activity's state.
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Handle Interactions: When the control is interacted with, the app intent should perform the necessary action and update the live activity. The system will then update the control with its new state.
For a detailed example, you can refer to the session Extend your app’s controls across the system at the timestamp 08:04.
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