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+[Template for request for comments (RFC) on feature proposals]
+
+# RFC: Feature proposal: [Title]
+
+## Context
+
+[Give the necessary context for your proposal. For example, what problem will this feature solve for users? What are the use cases, benefits, and goals?]
+
+## Proposal
+
+[A precise statement of the proposed feature.]
+
+## Design
+
+[Include sketch or wireframes of the UI changes necessary for this feature]
+
+## Implementation (if applicable)
+
+[A description of the steps to implement the feature.]
+
+## Alternative approaches (if applicable)
+
+[Include any alternatives to meet this use case.]
+
+## Open issues (if applicable)
+
+[Links to and a discussion of related issues, if applicable.]