The manual for my new multimeter indicates i need to put the red lead into the 10A socket for current measurements. Black goes to the ground socket as usual.
With my old multimeter i didnt really bother using the 10A socket (i used the other positive socket) for all measurements - the max current i would measure is about 0.5A. Can i do this with the new one as well?
Most meters now have a separate socket for current measurement as you're effectively shorting the leads when measuring current. It's just a safe guard. As to whether you can measure smaller currents in the normal lead positions, you need to read the manual.