---
title: "init(circle:)"
framework: mapkit
role: symbol
role_heading: Initializer
path: "mapkit/mkcirclerenderer/init(circle:)"
---

# init(circle:)

Creates a new overlay view using the specified circle overlay object.

## Declaration

```swift
init(circle: MKCircle)
```

## Parameters

- `circle`: The circle overlay containing the information about the circular area for the renderer to draw. The renderer maintains a strong reference to the object you provide. This parameter can’t be nil.

## Return Value

Return Value An initialized circle renderer object.