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# PluginPermission.writeToPackageDirectory(reason:)

Create a permission to modify files in the package’s directory.

```
case writeToPackageDirectory(reason: String)
```

## Parameters

`reason`

A reason why the permission is needed. This is shown to the user when permission is sought.

## Discussion

The command plug-in requires permission to modify the files under the package
directory. The `reason` string is shown to the user at the time of request
for approval, explaining why the plug-in requests access.

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