# stroke(_:lineWidth:) Traces the outline of this shape with a color or gradient. ``` nonisolated func stroke(_ content: S, lineWidth: CGFloat = 1) -> some View where S : ShapeStyle ``` ## Parameters `content` The color or gradient with which to stroke this shape. `lineWidth` The width of the stroke that outlines this shape. ## Return Value A stroked shape. ## Discussion The following example draws a circle with a purple stroke: ``` Circle().stroke(Color.purple, lineWidth: 5) ``` --- 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)