diff --git a/mods/ITEMS/mcl_bows/locale/template.txt b/mods/ITEMS/mcl_bows/locale/template.txt
index 228b61709..ebdea9525 100644
--- a/mods/ITEMS/mcl_bows/locale/template.txt
+++ b/mods/ITEMS/mcl_bows/locale/template.txt
@@ -13,3 +13,6 @@ Ammunition=
 Damage from bow: 1-10=
 Damage from dispenser: 3=
 Launches arrows=
+Crossbow=
+Crossbows are ranged weapons to shoot arrows at your foes.=
+To use the crossbow, you first need to have at least one arrow anywhere in your inventory (unless in Creative Mode). Hold down the right mouse button to charge, release to shoot.=
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