Spreading a thermal paste: how and how much?

Spread thermal paste on PS4 pro cpu or use a pea sized dot and let it spread when you assemble it back together? Using IC Diamond Thermal Paste : r/PS4Pro

How To Apply Thermal Paste (Best And Worst Practices)

Thermal Paste Spread Under Glass

Intel LGA1200 Coolers May Inefficiently Spread Thermal Paste Across Alder Lake CPUs

The Best Way to Apply Thermal Paste to CPU

How do I apply thermal paste?

Did I apply my thermal paste right? I'm having so many issues with my new build. : r/computers

Application of thermal paste on the laptop processor chip for high-quality cooling. Spreading thermal compound to iprove cooling performance. Upgrade Stock Photo - Alamy

How does my thermal paste spread look after taking off cooler ? : r/intel

How to Apply Thermal Paste to a CPU

What is Thermal Grease? Thermal Grease Properties

THERMAL PASTE APPLICATION. This should be fine, right? I spread the paste around in a thin layer with the plastic “dispenser head”. I'm trusting the heat sink to flatten the imperfections out.