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+---
+name: Issue Template
+about: File an issue
+title: ''
+labels: ''
+assignees: ''
+
+---
+
+<!--
+This is a suggested issue template for tedana.
+
+If there is other information that would be helpful to include, please do not hesitate to add it!
+
+Before submitting, please check to make sure that the issue is not already addressed; if there is a related issue, then please cross-reference it by #.
+If this is a usage question, please check out NeuroStars here:
+https://neurostars.org/
+and tag your topic with "multi-echo"
+-->
+
+<!--
+Summarize the issue in 1-2 sentences, linking other issues if they are relevant
+
+Note: simply typing # will prompt you for open issues to select from
+-->
+### Summary
+
+<!--
+If needed, add additional detail for:
+1. Recreating a bug/problem
+2. Any additional context necessary to understand the issue
+-->
+### Additional Detail
+
+<!--
+If desired, add suggested next steps.
+If you foresee them in a particular order or priority, please use numbering
+-->
+### Next Steps
+
+<!-- 
+Thank you for submitting your issue!
+If you do not receive a response within a calendar week, please post a comment on this issue to catch our attention. 
+Some issues may not be resolved right away due to the volunteer nature of the project; thank you for your patience!
+-->