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# addOperation(_:)

Wraps the specified block in an operation and adds it to the receiver.

```
func addOperation(_ block: @escaping @Sendable () -> Void)
```

## Parameters

`block`

The block to execute from the operation. The block takes no parameters and has no return value.

## Discussion

This method adds a single block to the receiver by first wrapping it in an operation object. You should not attempt to get a reference to the newly created operation object or determine its type information.

## See Also

[`cancel()`](/documentation/Foundation/Operation/cancel())

Advises the operation object that it should stop executing its task.

[`isExecuting`](/documentation/Foundation/Operation/isExecuting)

A Boolean value indicating whether the operation is currently executing.


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