How to solve a Cave puzzle

As part of my Advent Calendar of Puzzles, I will be uploading some short videos with tips for various puzzle types. Today's tips are for cave puzzles.
You can try the puzzle I solve in the video here: puzz.link/p?ca...
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[@whitelephant123]

I spent a few hours failing at cave puzzles, watched this video and immediately managed my first puzzle on my own. Thanks!!

[@Milkyboy92]

Awesome explanations, thanks!

[@vickiestrosahl2874]

Fascinating puzzle! These videos are so helpful.