I need a video that shows how to apply the proper amount, where to apply it, at how to make sure all parts if the dye are covered. Not sure its relevant, but I'm applying this to a GTX 960 in hopes of extending its life another year or two. It's not showing any issues, but it's roughly 6 years old now so I'm sure it could benefit from some reapplied thermal paste.
yes i too put a drop in middle & it covers whole processor unit but to be sure i pull cooler back to cross check if paste is not getting off from edges of processor too or else i will have to clean the edges with a 100% alcohol purest clean wipe for cleaning processor.
If you using non electric conductive paste, It's not matter too much My favorite one's: Noctua’s NT-H1, Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut, ARCTIC MX-4
yes i do use conductive paste always better performance less temp . its very hard to remove from edges after some minutes so i try to cross check as quickly as i can.