# move() Retrieves and returns the referenced instance, returning the pointer’s memory to an uninitialized state. ``` func move() -> Pointee ``` ## Return Value The instance referenced by this pointer. ## Discussion Calling the `move()` method on a pointer `p` that references memory of type `T` is equivalent to the following code, aside from any cost and incidental side effects of copying and destroying the value: ``` let value: T = { defer { p.deinitialize(count: 1) } return p.pointee }() ``` The memory referenced by this pointer must be initialized. After calling `move()`, the memory is uninitialized. --- 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)