# Should we use pointers to make user friendly interfaces?

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Concerning your `set` subroutine, I would recommend using the `pointer` attribute for the input arguments, in line with the discussion in this thread: [Why/When is the `target` attribute part of the characterisics of a procedure - #3 by aradi](https://fortran-lang.discourse.group/t/why-when-is-the-target-attribute-part-of-the-characterisics-of-a-procedure/4826/3)

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