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+---
+name: Bug report
+about: Create a report to help us improve
+title: ''
+labels: ''
+assignees: ''
+
+---
+
+
+Please briefly describe your problem and what output you expect.
+
+Please include a minimal reproducible example (AKA a reprex). If you've never heard of a [reprex](http://reprex.tidyverse.org/) before, start by reading <https://www.tidyverse.org/help/#reprex>.
+
+---
+
+Brief description of the problem
+
+```r
+# insert reprex here
+```
+
+
+**Screenshots**
+If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your problem.
+
+**System (please complete the following information):**
+ - OS: [e.g. iOS, Ubuntu]
+ - Java Version
+ - R Version
+ - sessionInfo()
+
+**Additional context**
+Add any other context about the problem here.
+
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+---
+name: Feature request
+about: Suggest an idea for this project
+title: ''
+labels: ''
+assignees: ''
+
+---
+
+**Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe.**
+A clear and concise description of what the problem is. Ex. I'm always frustrated when [...]
+
+**Describe the solution you'd like**
+A clear and concise description of what you want to happen.
+
+**Describe alternatives you've considered**
+A clear and concise description of any alternative solutions or features you've considered.
+
+**Additional context**
+Add any other context or screenshots about the feature request here.
+
+