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# activeInputModes

The active text-input modes.

```
class var activeInputModes: [UITextInputMode] { get }
```

## Discussion

Each element in the array is an instance of [`UITextInputMode`](/documentation/UIKit/UITextInputMode). Returns an empty array if no such instances have been set by the text input system.

> Important:
> This API has the potential of being misused to access device signals to try to identify the device or user, also known as fingerprinting. Regardless of whether a user gives your app permission to track, fingerprinting is not allowed. When you use this API in your app or third-party SDK (an SDK not provided by Apple), declare your usage and the reason for using the API in your app or third-party SDK’s `PrivacyInfo.xcprivacy` file. For more information, including the list of valid reasons for using the API, see <doc://com.apple.documentation/documentation/BundleResources/describing-use-of-required-reason-api>.

## See Also

[`currentInputMode`](/documentation/UIKit/UITextInputMode/currentInputMode)

Returns an instance representing the current text-input mode.


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