# Job: Import Templates

## At a Glance

Import one or more 2D template images for particle picking.

## **Inputs**

This job does not accept any inputs.

## **Commonly Adjusted Parameters**

### Templates data path

An absolute path to the `.mrc` file containing the 2D templates.

### Pixel size (A)

If this parameter is not set, the pixel size will be read from the `.mrc` header.

## **Outputs**

### Imported templates

This output contains the templates for further use.

## **Common Next Steps**

The imported templates should only be used for [Template Picking](https://guide.cryosparc.com/processing-data/all-job-types-in-cryosparc/particle-picking/job-template-picker).