# decode(as:) Decodes a message as the given type. ``` func decode(as type: T.Type = T.self) throws -> T where T : Decodable ``` ## Parameters `type` The type of the value in the message. ## Return Value A value of the specified type if the message data decodes successfully. ## Discussion If the message data doesn’t decode to the type, this method throws the appropriate . --- 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)