How to shake down a mercury-free thermometer?

Method A) Medium ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ - Put it to the fridge for 2-3 minutes, then shake
Method B) Very easy ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ - Put into a sock and shake similarly to a centrifuge