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-**Is your feature request related to a problem or area of OpenRefine? Please describe.**
-<!-- A clear and concise description of what the problem is. Ex. I'm always frustrated when [...] or, It would be easier if OpenRefine did [...] -->
+<!-- Please provide a clear and concise description of your problem or unsatisfied needs. Ex. I'm always frustrated when [...] or, It would be easier if OpenRefine did [...]. This comment can be deleted, if desired, but it will be hidden in your final submission. Please make sure that your new text is outside the enclosing angle brackets. -->
 
-**Describe the solution you'd like**
-<!-- A clear and concise description of what you want to happen. -->
+### Proposed solution
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-**Describe alternatives you've considered**
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+### Alternatives considered
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-**Additional context**
+### Additional context
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