Exactly along with WHERE you put the bead of silicone. Common sense. Apply it on the outside edge of the oil pan bolts. That way, it does not squish into the oil pan. It works well when you apply it correctly.
The amount of seal-a-cone I have removed from INSIDE the oil pan/block is terrifying. I’ve never seen any of it break off and get into the pickup, but it sure doesn’t make me feel all warm and cozy thinking about it.