---
title: shared()
framework: mediaplayer
role: symbol
role_heading: Type Method
path: mediaplayer/mpplayablecontentmanager/shared()
---

# shared()

Returns the current content manager instance.

## Declaration

```swift
class func shared() -> Self
```

## Return Value

Return Value The current content manager.

## Discussion

Discussion Call this method to create a new content manager. Set the dataSource and delegate immediately after creating the content manager.