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What is the role of run loop in Objective-C apps?
Updated May 17, 2026
Short answer
Run loop manages event processing, timers, and input sources in a thread.
Deep explanation
Each thread can have a run loop. The main run loop processes UI events, timers, and dispatch sources. It keeps app alive and responsive.
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