# withEditTarget(layer:_:) Performs the closure with the stage’s edit target set to author into the currently selected variant. ``` func withEditTarget(layer: USDLayer? = nil, _ body: (USDStage.EditTarget) throws -> R) rethrows -> R ``` ## Parameters `layer` The layer to target, or `nil` for the current edit target’s layer. `body` A closure that performs edits within the variant. ## Return Value The value returned by `body`. ## Discussion The previous edit target is restored when the closure returns. > Throws: Errors from `body` are rethrown. --- 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)