How to add actions to push notifications?
Asked on 08/03/2024
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To add actions to push notifications, you can use the App Intents framework. This framework allows you to define actions that can be performed when a notification is received. Here’s a general approach to adding actions to push notifications:
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Define the Intent: Create an intent that represents the action you want to perform. This involves conforming to the
AppIntentprotocol and defining the necessary parameters and logic for the action. -
Register the Intent: Ensure that your intent is registered with the system so that it can be recognized and invoked when the notification is received.
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Attach the Intent to the Notification: When sending the push notification, include the intent in the payload. This will allow the system to recognize the action and present it to the user.
For a detailed example of how to use App Intents, you can refer to the session Bring your app’s core features to users with App Intents at the 08:46 mark.
Additionally, if you are working with widgets and want to add custom actions, you can use the action modifier in SwiftUI to attach an AppIntent to a widget. This is covered in the session Catch up on accessibility in SwiftUI at the 19:46 mark.
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