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Make pr-template easier to use #2

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Expand Up @@ -31,10 +31,8 @@ This PR [adds/removes/fixes/replaces] the [feature/bug/etc].
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## Related Tickets & Documents
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Please use this format link issue numbers: Fixes #123
https://docs.github.com/en/free-pro-team@latest/github/managing-your-work-on-github/linking-a-pull-request-to-an-issue#linking-a-pull-request-to-an-issue-using-a-keyword
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This change definitely makes the template visually cleaner by removing the HTML comment block, which is a good step towards making it easier to use at first glance!

However, by removing the previous example format (e.g., Fixes #123) and the direct link to the GitHub documentation, we might be losing some valuable guidance. This information can be particularly helpful for newer contributors or those less familiar with all the available issue linking keywords (Closes, Fixes, Resolves, etc.) and how to link multiple issues effectively.

While - Closes # is very direct, it's a bit prescriptive (focusing only on Closes) and doesn't guide users to learn more if they need to. The original link provided comprehensive information on this GitHub feature.

What are your thoughts on a middle ground that keeps the section concise but retains the essential guidance? For example, something like the suggestion below, which is still a single line and not hidden in a comment, but offers more flexibility and a path to further information:

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- Closes #
- Link issues using keywords like Closes #, Fixes #, Resolves #. [More info](https://docs.github.com/en/issues/tracking-your-work-with-issues/linking-a-pull-request-to-an-issue)



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