How to I update my app to support the new Siri Intents
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To update your app to support the new Siri Intents, you should focus on integrating with the App Intents framework. Here are the steps and resources to help you get started:
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Understand the Framework:
- App Intents is a framework that allows you to define a set of actions for Siri, Shortcuts, and other system experiences. It is particularly useful if your app does not overlap with an existing SiriKit domain.
- For a detailed understanding, you can refer to the session Bring your app’s core features to users with App Intents.
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Adopt App Intent Domains:
- Apple has introduced new App Intent domains, which are collections of APIs designed for specific functionalities like books, camera, or spreadsheets. These domains include a broad set of new actions that support flexible voice interactions.
- You can start by adopting these new domains in your app. For example, if you have a photo app, you can use the OpenPhoto schema.
- For more details, see the session Bring your app to Siri.
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Implement and Test App Intents:
- Use templates and Xcode snippets to build your app intents. Ensure that your implementation matches the schema on which Apple's models have been trained.
- Test your app intents in the Shortcuts app to ensure they appear as actions and connect to the entire Shortcuts ecosystem.
- For a practical demonstration, refer to the session Bring your app to Siri.
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Leverage New Siri Capabilities:
- Siri can now invoke any item from your app's menus and understand more natural language interactions, thanks to enhancements in Apple Intelligence.
- Ensure your app's capabilities are exposed using app intents to take advantage of these new features.
- For more information, see the session Platforms State of the Union.
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Stay Updated with New Features:
- Keep an eye on new app intent schemas and updates that Apple will roll out over time. This will help you continuously improve your app's integration with Siri.
- For the latest updates, refer to the session Bring your app to Siri.
By following these steps and utilizing the provided resources, you can effectively update your app to support the new Siri Intents and enhance user interactions with your app.
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