---
title: protocolType
framework: avsystemrouting
role: symbol
role_heading: Instance Property
path: avsystemrouting/avsystemroute-9kkj3/protocoltype
---

# protocolType

The communication protocol the active route uses.

## Declaration

```occ
@property (copy, readonly) UTType * protocolType;
```

## Discussion

Discussion The protocol’s identifier property enables your app to adapt its behavior based on the selected protocol. The protocol’s display name and icon can also be obtained from the UTType.