---
title: init()
framework: uikit
role: symbol
role_heading: Initializer
path: uikit/uirefreshcontrol/init()
---

# init()

Initializes and returns a standard refresh control.

## Declaration

```swift
init()
```

## Return Value

Return Value An initialized refresh control.

## Discussion

Discussion The returned refresh control is configured with a default height and width. After you assign the control to a view controller object, the frame of the control is adjusted to match and is managed thereafter.