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# format

The format of the vertex attribute.

```
var format: MTLVertexFormat
```

## Discussion

When reading from a geometry modifier or surface shader,
the value converts to its runtime representation
using Metal’s standard rules.

For details about Metal’s standard rules, see
<doc://com.apple.documentation/documentation/Metal/MTLVertexAttributeDescriptor/format>.

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