# matrix The transformation matrix associated with the font. ``` var matrix: UnsafePointer { get } ``` ## Discussion This property contains a standard six-element transformation matrix as used in the PostScript language, specifically with the `makefont` operator. In most cases, with a font of `fontSize`, this matrix is [`fontSize` 0 0 `fontSize` 0 0]. ## See Also [`+ fontWithDescriptor:size:`](/documentation/AppKit/NSFont/init(descriptor:size:)) Returns a font object for the specified font descriptor and font size. --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)