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# start(_:)

Adds a set of downloads to the download list.

```
func start(_ downloads: [SKDownload])
```

## Parameters

`downloads`

An array of [`SKDownload`](/documentation/StoreKit/SKDownload) objects to begin downloading.

## Discussion

In order for a download object to be queued, it must be associated with a transaction that has been successfully purchased, but not yet finished.

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