# init(splinePoints:count:) Creates a shape node from a series of spline points. ``` convenience init(splinePoints points: UnsafeMutablePointer, count numPoints: Int) ``` ## Parameters `points` An array of Core Graphics points. `numPoints` The number of points in the array. ## Return Value A new shape node is created. The node is created with a path that starts at the first point in the array, joining each pair of points with a quadratic curve. The control points are calculated automatically based on previous points in the array. ## 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)