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# getSearchAttributes()

Returns the search attributes that control the panel’s search/inquiry behavior.

```
func getSearchAttributes() -> UnsafePointer<IOBluetoothDeviceSearchAttributes>!
```

## Return Value

Returns the search attributes set by setSearchAttributes:

## Discussion

NOTE: This method is only available in macOS 10.2.4 (Bluetooth v1.1) or later.

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