To discharge from small points, it may be helpful to cut the exposed ends of wire into a point shape and solder them to maintain the shape. Alternatively, the probes commonly used on multimeters can be soldered to the wires to create a more precise discharge tool.

For large electrolytic capacitors used in power supplies, electric motor start circuits, and camera flash units, you may want to solder one end to a large alligator clip and the other to a well insulated screwdriver.