transistor sockets

[rhdwave]

Hey all, quick question on socketing transistors:

Do you clip the leads before placing them in the sockets or just leave them sitting there like mini water towers on the board?

Thanks,
Rick,

[jeffy]

I clip mine so that they aren't so high up. Keeps things a little more compact.

[rhdwave]

Ok thanks!

[petemoore]

  I trim and shape them.