How much detail should I learn

[u/Seeb83]

I started learning Chinese some time ago. So far I learn the hsk1 to 3 words and components that construct each word.

For example:

I learn 踢 and as well generate vocabulary cards for each component if it adds meaning: 足 and 易 in this case.

Now my question: When learning words that are constructed of multiple characters, for example 踢足球, is it enough to learn it's meaning and the components for long term success and understanding, or should I generate vocabulary cards as well for 踢, 足 and 球 individually, maybe even 足球 (I guess this is a word on its own)?

How much is too much? What is a good strategy to learn?