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# init(window:)

Creates a new graphics context for drawing into a window.

```
init(window: NSWindow)
```

## Parameters

`window`

The window object representing the window to use for drawing.

## Return Value

The created [`NSGraphicsContext`](/documentation/AppKit/NSGraphicsContext) object, or `nil` if the object could not be created.

## Discussion

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