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-# Shift-Cipher-C-Sharp
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+# Shift-Cipher-C-Sharp
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+This is a simple shift cipher written in C#. Nothing too special.
+
+# How To Use
+
+1. Open using visual studio
+2. Run the file
+3. Enter your string to be encrypted
+4. enter the amount you want to shift the letters