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+---
+name: CGAL issue template
+about: Use this template for reporting issues with CGAL
+title: ''
+labels: ''
+assignees: ''
+---
+
 _Please use the following template to help us solving your issue._
 
 ## Issue Details
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+blank_issues_enabled: false
+contact_links: []
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