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# subprotocols(_:)

Set the list of supported application protocols that will be
presented to a WebSocket server during connection establishment.

```
func subprotocols(_ subprotocols: [String]) -> WebSocket
```

## Parameters

`subprotocols`

An array of subprotocol strings.

## Discussion> Note: This function will only take effect on WebSocket clients.

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