# getGlyphs(_:range:) Fills the passed-in buffer with a sequence of glyphs. ``` func getGlyphs(_ glyphArray: UnsafeMutablePointer?, range glyphRange: NSRange) -> Int ``` ## Parameters `glyphArray` On output, the displayable glyphs from `glyphRange`, null-terminated. Does not include in the result any [`NSNullGlyph`](/documentation/AppKit/NSNullGlyph) or other glyphs that are not shown. The memory passed in should be large enough for at least `glyphRange.length+1` elements. `glyphRange` The range of glyphs from which to return the displayable glyphs. ## Return Value The actual number of glyphs filled into the array is returned (not counting the null-termination). ## Discussion Raises an `NSRangeException` if the range specified exceeds the bounds of the actual glyph range for the receiver. Performs glyph generation if needed. --- 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)