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@@ -21,16 +21,3 @@ _Specify any issues that can be closed from these changes (e.g. `Closes #233`)._
 ### Screen Recording
 
 _If possible provide screenshots and/or a screen recording of proposed change._
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-### Optional Checklist
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-- [ ] I have tested the changes locally.
-- [ ] I have added brief documentation/comments to more complex code blocks or logic that isn't immediately clear.
-- [ ] If new components were added, I've also added and verified their different possible states & edge cases (e.g. loading, error, empty).
-- [ ] For UI changes, I've tested the changes on different screen sizes (responsive design).
-- [ ] For UI changes, I've checked both light and dark mode.
-- [ ] I've checked the console for any errors that might have been accidentally introduced by my changes.
-- [ ] If important TODOs were left, I've created corresponding issues for them.
-- [ ] If new flows or features were introduced, I've updated, added, or intend to add corresponding documentation including screenshots and/or screen recordings for them on the [Webb Docs](https://github.com/tangle-network/webb-docs) repository.