Pro tip: Use 1-1/4 inch fasteners for 1/2-inch rock and 1-5/8 inch fasteners for 5/8-inch rock. Popped drywall screws are ...

Turn the last stud on the first wall sideways and overlap it about halfway past the connecting wall to create drywall backing ...

If you prefer not to use staples but still want a sturdier application, some contractors use mesh tape to bridge the gap ...