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# removeSymbolEffect(ofType:options:animated:completion:)

Removes the symbol effect that matches the specified discrete, indefinite effect type, using the specified options and animation setting.

```
@MainActor @preconcurrency func removeSymbolEffect(ofType effect: some DiscreteSymbolEffect & IndefiniteSymbolEffect & SymbolEffect, options: SymbolEffectOptions = .default, animated: Bool = true, completion: UISymbolEffectCompletion? = nil)
```

## Parameters

`effect`

The symbol effect to match for removal.

`options`

The options to use when removing the symbol effect.

`animated`

A Boolean value that indicates whether to animate the removal of a scale, appear, or disappear effect.

`completion`

A completion handler the system calls after the removal is complete.

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