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-**Descriptions**
+# Checklist
+- [ ] I have described the changes below
+- [ ] I have linked to any relevant issues
+- [ ] All tests passing
+- [ ] Documentation in `doc/` has been updated
+- [ ] All new code is licensed under GPLv3
+
+## Description
+
 * Describe the changes, why they were necessary, etc
 * Describe how the changes will affect existing behaviour.
 * Describe how you tested and validated your changes.
 * Include any relevant screenshots/evidence demonstrating that the changes work and have been tested.
-
-**Licenses**
-* Any new source files should include a GPLv3 license header.
-* Any contributed code must be GPLv3 licensed.
-
-**Notes**
-* Make sure your code is clean and if you have added a new features, some
-  comments may be appreciated.  Make sure your commit messages are
-  clear/information enough.
-* If you added or altered settings and/or variables, make sure to
-  update the documentation. Do not forget to mention default values or required
-  build flags if this applies to your change.
-* If you added a build flag, make sure to update the `static void print_version(void)` function with your new flag. If you added a new console command, make sure to update the `static void print_help(const char *prog_name)` function with your new command.
-* Add tests for the code, where appropriate.
-
-Please delete all descriptions, headers, notes, sections, etc too. Thank you.