The difference between the high and the low of a price bar (the length of the candle). Closing Price: Where the price ended relative to its range.
The amount of activity (shares or contracts traded) during a specific time period.
A narrow spread candle on low volume that closes in the upper half during an uptrend. This shows the big players are no longer interested in higher prices. volume spread analysis abcs of vsa
To master the ABCs, you must understand how these three pillars interact: A. Volume (The Effort)
The ABCs of Volume Spread Analysis are about learning to see the "why" behind the "what." Price alone can be deceptive, but volume rarely lies. When you see a sudden surge in volume that doesn't result in a price move, you’ve just found a hidden clue that the trend is about to change. The difference between the high and the low
A means the price moved significantly, suggesting high conviction.
A means the price stayed within a tight range, suggesting a battle or a lack of momentum. C. The Close (The Sentiment) The closing price is the most important part of the bar. Closing at the top indicates bullish dominance. Closing at the bottom indicates bearish dominance. A narrow spread candle on low volume that
Closing in the indicates a transfer of ownership or a "tug-of-war." Key VSA Concepts Every Trader Should Know 1. Effort vs. Result