Update instructions for changing the default branch

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• relevant part was under the 'General' option on settings.

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This PR updates the instructions for changing a repository's default branch to clarify that users need to click on "General" in the settings navigation before accessing the default branch options.

• Adds clarification that the "Default branch" section is located under the "General" option in repository settings

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[Sharra-writes]

@abhiabhi94 Thanks for opening a PR! The reason "general" isn't listed is because it's the default option. Settings opens on "general," and all the user needs to do is scroll down. I don't think this one needs to be clarified, because adding extra detail just makes it more complicated to update if the UI changes slightly.

We're not going to accept this change, but if you would like to find something to help with, our help wanted label is a great place to start!