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 name: Feature Request
 about: Suggest a new feature for this project 
 title: ''
-labels: 'Type: Enhancement'
+labels: ['Type: Enhancement', 'Status: Needs Review']
 assignees: ''
 
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 - [ ] I have thoroughly read the [CSS Exercises Contributing Guide](https://github.com/thatblindgeye/css-exercises/blob/main/CONTRIBUTING.md)
 - [ ] The title of this issue is in `file/exercise/folder: brief description of request` format, e.g. `01 flex center: add hint for XYZ`
 
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 - [ ] If approved, I would like to be assigned this issue to work on it
 
-**Description of the Feature Request**
+<!-- Complete the following triage questions. The more information you are able to provide, the easier it is to discuss the feature request. -->
+**1. Description of the Feature Request**
 <!-- A clear and concise description of what the feature is. Also include how it would be useful/beneficial or what problem(s) it would solve. -->
 
-**Additional Information**
+
+**2. Additional Information**
 <!-- Any additional information or screenshots about the feature request. -->
+