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# container(keyedBy:)

Returns the data stored in this decoder as represented in a container
keyed by the given key type.

```
func container<Key>(keyedBy type: Key.Type) throws -> KeyedDecodingContainer<Key> where Key : CodingKey
```

## Parameters

`type`

The key type to use for the container.

## Return Value

A keyed decoding container view into this decoder.

## Discussion> throws: `DecodingError.typeMismatch` if the encountered stored value is
> not a keyed container.

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