# alignedUp(for:) Obtain the next pointer properly aligned to store a value of type `T`. ``` func alignedUp(for type: T.Type) -> UnsafeMutableRawPointer where T : ~Copyable, T : ~Escapable ``` ## Parameters `type` the type to be stored at the returned address. ## Return Value a pointer properly aligned to store a value of type `T`. ## Discussion If `self` is properly aligned for accessing `T`, this function returns `self`. --- 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)