How-To/Join-a-project.md

-In order to make changes or contributions to a project, you need to be a member of that project. 
+In order to make changes or contributions to a project, you need to be a member of that project.
 
 To join a project, first [log in to the Forge](How-To/Log-in) and navigate to the project's page. You will find a link labelled "Request Access" just underneath the title of the project.
 
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 When you click this link, the request is sent to the [project maintainers](Process/maintainers) for approval. Once approved, you will have the ability to create [CRs and merge requests](How-To/Create-a-CR).
 
-If you can't find the link for whatever reason, contact one of the [project maintainers](Process/maintainers) directly. If you tell them your username, they can add you to the project.
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+If you can't find the link for whatever reason, contact one of the [project maintainers](Process/maintainers) directly. If you tell them your username, they can add you to the project.
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+When your request for access has been approved, you will receive an email from the Forge that looks something like this:
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+![request_granted](uploads/59e0825b0d72f977045ab82796edaecb/request_granted.png)
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+If you have requested access but not received an email, [contact a maintainer](Process/maintainers)!
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