# encode(_:) Encodes the given value. ``` mutating func encode(_ value: T) throws where T : Encodable ``` ## Parameters `value` The value to encode. ## Discussion> throws: `EncodingError.invalidValue` if the given value is invalid in > the current context for this format. --- 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)