# Merge Request ChecklistWhen creating a merge request that performs database related changes (schemachanges, adjusting queries to optimise performance, etc) you should use themerge request template called "Database Changes". This template contains achecklist of steps to follow to make sure the changes are up to snuff.To use the checklist, create a new merge request and click on the "Choose atemplate" dropdown, then click "Database Changes".An example of this checklist can be found athttps://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab-ce/merge_requests/12463.The source code of the checklist can be found in athttps://gitlab.com/gitlab-org/gitlab-ce/blob/master/.gitlab/merge_request_templates/Database%20Changes.md