diff --git a/.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md b/.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md
index 833cd164134..a039718cd70 100644
--- a/.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md
+++ b/.github/PULL_REQUEST_TEMPLATE.md
@@ -18,7 +18,7 @@
     Tests are required for bugfixes and new features. Documentation changes
     are necessary for formatting and most enhancement changes. -->
 
-- [ ] Add a CHANGELOG entry if necessary?
+- [ ] Add an entry in `CHANGES.md` if necessary?
 - [ ] Add / update tests if necessary?
 - [ ] Add new / update outdated documentation?