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@@ -123,7 +123,7 @@ Test your contribution on a fresh clone before submitting. For skills, run the s
 
 1. **Link related issues.** If your PR resolves an open issue, include `Closes #123` in the description so it's auto-closed on merge.
 2. **Test thoroughly.** Run the feature yourself. For skills, test on a fresh clone.
-3. **Check for personal files.** Before pushing, verify no personal files are in your diff (see PR Hygiene in CLAUDE.md).
+3. **Check for installation-specific files.** Before creating a PR, verify no installation-specific files are in your diff (see PR Hygiene in CLAUDE.md).
 4. **Check the right box** in the PR template. Labels are auto-applied based on your selection:
 
 | Checkbox | Label |