Introduction
Welcome to the documentation for the AceAutocompleteBar library! This library provides a customizable Autocomplete bar for iOS applications, which can be integrated easily into your projects. It offers a comprehensive set of features to enhance user experience and simplify data entry.
Installation
To install the AceAutocompleteBar library, you have two options:
- Using CocoaPods: Add the following line to your Podfile:
- Manual installation: Download the library from the GitHub repository and add the source files to your project.
Usage
To use AceAutocompleteBar in your iOS application:
- Import the library by adding the following line to your file:
You can now utilize the various features provided by AceAutocompleteBar, such as:
Setup
To set up the Autocomplete bar, use the following steps:
- Create an instance of AceAutocompleteBar.
- Configure the appearance and behavior of the bar as desired.
- Associate the bar with your text input field using the
cocoaTextField
property. - Optionally, implement delegate methods to handle user interactions.
Data Source
The Autocomplete bar can be populated with data by implementing the AceAutocompleteDataSource
protocol. This allows you to control the suggestions displayed to the user based on the input.
Customization
AceAutocompleteBar provides a range of customization options to adapt the appearance and behavior to your application’s needs.
Appearance
To customize the appearance of the Autocomplete bar, you can use the following methods:
“` autocompleteBar.configureAppearance() // Use default appearance autocompleteBar.backgroundColor = .white // Change background color autocompleteBar.textColor = .black // Change text color // … Add more customization options “`Behavior
The behavior of the Autocomplete bar can also be modified according to your requirements. Here are some examples:
“` autocompleteBar.minCharactersToTrigger = 1 // Set the minimum characters needed to display suggestions autocompleteBar.minCharactersIgnored = 2 // Set the minimum characters ignored before capturing new suggestions // Limit suggestions count autocompleteBar.maxNumberOfSuggestions = 5 // Set the maximum number of suggestions to display // Set delay for suggestions update autocompleteBar.suggestionsUpdateDelay = 0.5 // Specifies the time delay (in seconds) before updating the suggestions after typing // … Add more behavior-related customization options “`Delegate
The AceAutocompleteBar library offers delegate methods that allow you to handle user interactions and respond to changes. Implement the following methods in your view controller to access these functionalities:
“` class YourViewController: UIViewController, AceAutocompleteDelegate { // … func autocompleteBar(_ autocompleteBar: AceAutocompleteBar, didSelect item: AceAutocompleteItem) { // Handle selection of an item from the suggestions list } func autocompleteBarDidShow(_ autocompleteBar: AceAutocompleteBar) { // Perform custom actions when the Autocomplete bar is shown } func autocompleteBarDidHide(_ autocompleteBar: AceAutocompleteBar) { // Perform custom actions when the Autocomplete bar is hidden } // … Implement more delegate methods as needed } “`These methods provide you with flexibility to react to user interactions and incorporate additional behaviors into your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I clear the suggestions list programmatically?
You can clear the suggestions list by calling the clearSuggestions()
method of the Autocomplete bar:
Can I customize the appearance of an individual suggestion?
Yes, you can customize each suggestion’s appearance by implementing the AceAutocompleteDataSource
protocol and providing a custom UITableViewCell
in the AceAutocompleteItem
‘s cell
property. Ensure that your custom cell conforms to the AceAutocompleteItemCell
protocol:
Can I set a placeholder for the Autocomplete bar?
Yes, you can use the cocoaTextField
property of the Autocomplete bar to set a placeholder for the underlying text field:
How can I handle the event when the user taps outside the Autocomplete bar?
You can detect when the user taps outside the Autocomplete bar by implementing the touchesBegan(_:with:)
method in your view controller:
Can I customize the behavior when a suggestion is selected?
Yes, you can modify the behavior when a suggestion is selected by implementing the autocompleteBar(_:didSelect:)
delegate method. You can programmatically perform an action, update other UI elements, or handle the selection in any desired way:
Conclusion
The AceAutocompleteBar library provides a flexible and customizable solution for implementing an Autocomplete bar in your iOS applications. By following the installation instructions and utilizing the various features, you can enhance user experience and simplify data entry within your app.