# setFetchRequestTemplate(_:forName:) Associates the specified fetch request with the receiver using the given name. ``` func setFetchRequestTemplate(_ fetchRequestTemplate: NSFetchRequest?, forName name: String) ``` ## Parameters `fetchRequestTemplate` A fetch request, typically containing predicates with variables for substitution. `name` A string that specifies the name of the fetch request template. ## Discussion For more details on using this method, see [Creating Predicates](https://developer.apple.com/library/archive/documentation/Cocoa/Conceptual/Predicates/Articles/pCreating.html#//apple_ref/doc/uid/TP40001793). ### Special Considerations This method raises an exception if the receiver has been used by an object graph manager. --- Copyright © 2026 Apple Inc. All rights reserved. | [Terms of Use](https://www.apple.com/legal/internet-services/terms/site.html) | [Privacy Policy](https://www.apple.com/privacy/privacy-policy)