# transcode(_:from:) Converts a scalar from another encoding’s representation, returning `nil` if the scalar can’t be represented in this encoding. ``` static func transcode(_ content: FromEncoding.EncodedScalar, from _: FromEncoding.Type) -> Unicode.UTF8.EncodedScalar? where FromEncoding : _UnicodeEncoding ``` ## Discussion A default implementation of this method will be provided automatically for any conforming type that does not implement one. --- 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)