Address two potential issues raised when removing a template

Mentioned the final confirmation step asked for by the `Qube Manager`
to type the template's name. However, before this final confirmation
is displayed, issues may be raised. Deleting templates may run afoul
of dependent qubes and the "default_template" global
property. Instructions to resolve via switching are linked.
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## Uninstalling
To remove a template, the graphical `Qube Manager` (Qubes Menu > Qubes Tools > Qube Manager) may be used. Right-click the template to be uninstalled and click "Delete qube" to begin removal.
To remove a template, the graphical `Qube Manager` (Qubes Menu > Qubes Tools > Qube Manager) may be used. Right-click the template to be uninstalled and click "Delete qube" to begin removal. If no issues are found, a dialog box will request the template's name be typed as a final confirmation. Upon completion, the template will be deleted.
Alternatively, to remove a template via the command line in dom0:
```
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$ qvm-template list --installed
```
In either case, if another qube is based on the template, the template will remain installed and a list of the dependent qubes will be displayed. [Switch](#switching) the dependent qubes to another template before attempting the removal again.
In either case, issues with template removal may be raised. If an issue is raised, the template will remain installed and a list of concerns displayed. "Global property default_template" requires [switching](#switching) the default_template property to another template. "Template for" can be resolved by [switching](#switching) the dependent qubes' template. Once the issues are addressed, attempt the removal again.
If the template's entry in the Qubes Menu is not removed with its uninstallation, consult the [troubleshooting page](/doc/app-menu-shortcut-troubleshooting/#fixing-shortcuts).