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# abPerson(in:)

Returns the address book record that represents the participant.

```
func abPerson(in addressBook: ABAddressBook) -> ABPerson?
```

## Parameters

`addressBook`

The address book to search.

## Return Value

The address book record for the participant, or `nil` if the record is not found.

## Discussion

This method searches for a record match based on the participant’s email address.

### Special Considerations

> Note:
> This instance method is only available in macOS. For iOS, see the ``doc://com.apple.eventkit/documentation/EventKit/EKParticipant/abRecord(with:)`` instance method.

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