Usually, when it comes to remove a smd electrolytic cap, rotating it 90° one time is ok to have it removed properly, especially if you can catch it on the lower plastic part. The advantage is also that usually, the legs will come with the cap, and just a few solder will remain instead of a broken leg.
you did say you are not good at it, i have seen far worse and your way is far better than some ,but yes there are far better ways !!!! thanks for sharing and being honest
When you're using the copper braid to wick up solder off the board it makes it go a little faster if you put a tiny bit of solder on the tip of your iron first, that way you aren't heating up the surrounding area as much
