Error using Examples

[garyvdg]

I have been trying to use some of the examples using Python from the IDLE app on my Mac Mini (newest OS) and get the following message when the app crashes -- Python quit unexpectedly.

Termination Reason: Namespace TCC, Code 0
This app has crashed because it attempted to access privacy-sensitive data without a usage description. The app's Info.plist must contain an NSBluetoothAlwaysUsageDescription key with a string value explaining to the user how the app uses this data.

I have no idea of where or how to address that in the context of the app I am using.

[Jakeler]

You must allow Bluetooth for the IDLE app via system settings.
See hbldh/bleak#761 (comment)

[garyvdg]

I have added IDLE to list of apps that can use Bluetooth, but still get the same crash experience.

What about the line that says "The app's Info.plist must contain an NSBluetoothAlwaysUsageDescription key with a string value explaining to the user how the app uses this data."? What would one put in the string?

I am trying to use ble_standalone.py as an example. Using Python 3.13.2 on Apple M2 with Sequoia 15.3.1

Thanks.

[Jakeler]

Weird that this does not work for you. Maybe it runs as Python app or something?
I don't have a mac to test right now. Can you try to launch the example from a terminal app?
The included standard executables ble-scan and ble-serial work?

The key just has to exist, macOS does not really care about the value, it should be an explanation for the user why the app needs bluetooth access. Following the links there is an example: gnachman/iTerm2@626068e
The thing is I can't add this here, it must be in the graphical app, so usually a terminal app. Anyway it should work without it if you have added it to the list.