how to add the searchbar to the bottom tabbar
Asked on 06/15/2025
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To add a search bar to the bottom tab bar in a UIKit app, you can follow the guidance provided in the session "Build a UIKit app with the new design" from WWDC 2025. The search bar can be integrated into the tab bar as a dedicated search tab. When the search tab is tapped, the search button expands into a search field, and the other buttons collapse. This setup allows for a seamless search experience within your app.
For more detailed instructions, you can refer to the Build a UIKit app with the new design (15:18) session, specifically the section on search integration.
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