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# show(_:)

Shows the candidates window.

```
func show(_ locationHint: IMKCandidatesLocationHint)
```

## Parameters

`locationHint`

A [`IMKCandidatesLocationHint`](/documentation/InputMethodKit/IMKCandidatesLocationHint) constant that specifies the desired position of the candidates window. The Input Method Kit uses the hint to place the candidates window in a location that is in the vicinity of the hint location  and ensures that the candidates window is fully visible.

## Discussion

Your input method  calls this method when it is appropriate during text conversion to display a list of candidates.

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