# sel_getName(_:) Returns the name of the method specified by a given selector. ``` func sel_getName(_ sel: Selector) -> UnsafePointer ``` ## Parameters `sel` A pointer of type [`SEL`](/documentation/ObjectiveC/SEL). Pass the selector whose name you wish to determine. ## Return Value A C string indicating the name of the selector. ## Discussion --- 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)