---
title: n_type
framework: Kernel
role: symbol
role_heading: Instance Property
platforms: [macOS 10.8+]
path: kernel/nlist_64/1583944-n_type
---

# n_type

A byte value consisting of data accessed using four bit masks:

## Declaration

```occ
uint8_t n_type;
```

## See Also

### Fields

- [n_un](kernel/nlist_64/1583922-n_un.md)
- [n_sect](kernel/nlist_64/1583960-n_sect.md)
- [n_desc](kernel/nlist_64/1583957-n_desc.md)