# receive(as:) Receive data from a connection as a fixed width integer. ``` func receive(as type: Value.Type) async throws -> ApplicationProtocol.Message where Value : NetworkFixedWidthInteger ``` ## Parameters `type` The type to use when interpreting the bytes. ## Discussion This may be called before the connection is ready, in which case the receive request will be enqueued until the connection is ready. --- 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)