Shellac pallet jewels: apply hot or cold?

[GPrideaux]

I hope this isn't one of those topics where people passionately argue different positions. I've just watched https://youtu.be/kMBJtJ8-Trk?si=C-X5NZvvWbDlJsws where three methods of applying shellac to pallet stones are demonstrated:

1. Apply a small piece of solid shellac then apply heat to melt it
2. Heat the pallet then apply a strand of shellac like applying solder
3. Dissolve the shellac in denatured alcohol (which is called methylated spirit here and is essentially ethanol) and apply it cold as a semi-liquid with an oiler, applying heat afterwards to evaporate the ethanol.

In the video the presenter (Alex?) expressed a preference for the cold application but didn't really give the pros and cons of each approach. What do people here use? Which approach would you recommend for a first timer needing to replace some missing shellac on a couple of pallets?

[caseback]

I've tried all 3 methods, but with number 2 (probably because I use a larger hotplate) the thin strand bends away when I approach the workpiece. 1 and 3 both work, but 1 is faster.

Edited January 10 by caseback
Typo

[mbwatch]

For pallet stones I use option 1 because it is fast and works well with my antique pallet warmer. And I can judge better by the dry shellac flake size how much I will be melting in.

But when inserting a roller jewel I find the cold liquid application far easier.