Cycle context
Low attention and low volatility can precede expansion in both bull and bear regimes.
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Indicator playbook
Volatility
Measures how fast price is expanding or compressing over time.
Outcome
Understand when compression can precede large movement.
Best timeframes
4h and 1d for regime; 15m and 1h around compression breaks.
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False positive
Compression can last longer than expected, especially without a trigger.
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Practice workflow