Do you tip with "to go" orders?

Do you tip with "to go" orders?
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answer:I usually do. Maybe just a dollar or two because they don’t really wait on you they just ring up the order. Nix that with special food allergies any place I get food and feel safe doing so meaning staff is helpful and diligent get an overly generous tip from me. I guess I almost never pick up orders any more.
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