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# init(options:)

Initializes the media library based on the specified load options.

```
init(options: [String : Any] = [:])
```

## Parameters

`options`

A dictionary of load options.

## Return Value

A new media library.

## Discussion

For descriptions of possible load options, see [Load Options Keys](/documentation/MediaLibrary/load-options-keys).

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