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# AudioQueuePause(_:)

Pauses audio playback or recording.

```
func AudioQueuePause(_ inAQ: AudioQueueRef) -> OSStatus
```

## Parameters

`inAQ`

The audio queue to pause.

## Return Value

A result code. See Result Codes.

## Discussion

Pausing an audio queue does not affect buffers or reset the audio queue. To resume playback or recording, call [`AudioQueueStart(_:_:)`](/documentation/AudioToolbox/AudioQueueStart(_:_:)).

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