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# scale

The scale factor to use when creating the image.

```
var scale: CGFloat { get set }
```

## Discussion

The value of this property is either `1.0` or `2.0`, depending on whether the device has a standard or Retina display. Set the value to `1.0` if you want to display the resulting image on a standard resolution display. Set the value to 2.0 if you want to display the image on a Retina display or want to use the image for printing.

This snapshotter sets this property to a default value that corresponds to the resolution of the current device’s display. You can change the value as needed to generate an image suitable for display on a different device.

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