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Discover how to resolve the `iOS Beta 5 SwiftUI List` duplication issue caused by incorrect usage of identifiers in your SwiftUI code.
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Understanding the iOS Beta 5 SwiftUI List Duplication Problem

If you're an iOS developer and have ventured into SwiftUI, you might have encountered an issue with duplicate entries appearing in your List when working with favorites in iOS 14 Beta 5. This problem can be frustrating, particularly when you know everything worked just fine in earlier betas.

In this post, we're going to delve into the root cause of the duplication error and provide you with a clear solution to rectify your code for a seamless experience.

The Problem Overview

One user reported that, despite the data being accurately updated from their retrieval function, the List displayed the first item multiple times instead of showing each unique item in their favorites. They noted the code worked correctly in previous betas, leading to confusion about what might have changed.

Here’s a simplified version of the problematic code:

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The expected behavior is that each unique Truck object would be presented in the List, but instead, duplicates appeared.

The Cause of the Duplication Issue

Upon investigation, the issue stemmed from the id parameter used in the ForEach loop. The parameter:

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was not pointing to a unique identifier for each Truck object because all identifiers were returning an empty string (""). This led the ForEach to believe that all elements were the same, hence the duplicates in the List.

The Solution to the Duplication Problem

1. Identify the Unique Identifier

To fix this issue, you need to ensure that each Truck object has a unique identifier. This typically means ensuring that your model includes a non-optional, unique id property.

2. Update the ForEach Loop

Modify the ForEach to ensure that each item is differentiated:

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Replace uniqueId with whatever property of your Truck model that uniquely identifies each instance.

Example of a Truck Model

Here is a simplified example of how your Truck model might look:

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3. Testing and Verification

After implementing the above changes, test your application once more to verify that the List now displays each truck just once.

Conclusion

By ensuring that each entry in a SwiftUI List is uniquely identified, you can avoid duplication issues. Thanks to Rob Napier for insight into the problem's root cause—incorrect usage of identifiers!

Now that you're equipped with this information, you can confidently update your SwiftUI applications and enjoy the fluid, error-free experience that iOS development promises.

Feel free to share your experiences or questions below as you navigate the iOS beta journey!