diff --git a/.github/pull_request_template.md b/.github/pull_request_template.md
index cfdd20677..f21242200 100644
--- a/.github/pull_request_template.md
+++ b/.github/pull_request_template.md
@@ -1,15 +1,15 @@
 #### Motivation
-*What does this change aim to achieve?*
-
 
+_What does this change aim to achieve?_
 
 #### Modification
-*Why is this change being made? What implications or other considerations are there?*
-
 
+_Why is this change being made? What implications or other considerations are there?_
 
 #### Checklist
-*If not applicable, provide explanation of why.*
+
+_If not applicable, provide explanation of why._
+
 - [ ] Tests updated
 - [ ] Docs updated
 - [ ] Issue linked in Title