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+Make sure these boxes are checked before submitting your issue -- thank you!
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+- [ ] Check that you are using the [latest version](https://github.com/unfoldingWord-dev/ts-desktop/releases/latest) of the app.
+- [ ] Check that a similar issue has not already been opened.