diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug-report.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug-report.md
index f7b7cc08..cf59ae2a 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug-report.md
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/bug-report.md
@@ -5,20 +5,12 @@ title: ""
 labels: bug
 ---
 
-**Describe the Bug**
-A clear and concise description of what the bug is.
+**Note**: Issues without a description will not be considered.
+Please also check if an issue already exists on this problem.
+Please provide a description covering the following points, if applicable:
 
-**To Reproduce**
-Steps to reproduce the behaviour:
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-**Expected Behaviour**
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-**Screenshots**
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-**Error Message**
-If the error dialog popped up, copy/paste the content here.
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-**Additional Context**
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+* Steps to reproduce the behaviour
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+* If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your problem.
+* If the error dialog popped up, copy/paste the content here.
diff --git a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md
index 761f0bc9..93a61e93 100644
--- a/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md
+++ b/.github/ISSUE_TEMPLATE/feature-request.md
@@ -5,14 +5,11 @@ title: ""
 labels: enhancement
 ---
 
-**Is your feature request related to a problem? Please describe:**
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+Please also check if an issue already exists on this feature.
+Please provide a description covering the following points, if applicable:
 
-**Describe the solution you'd like:**
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-**Describe alternatives you've considered:**
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+* A clear and concise description of any alternative solutions or features you've considered.
+* If applicable, add screenshots to help explain your request.