Which charts do traders actually rely on?



There's always this question floating around – what's worth watching on your screen right now?

Some folks stick with the basics: candlestick charts, moving averages, RSI. Classic stuff. Others dig into volume profiles or order flow data. The 4-hour and daily timeframes seem to pull the most attention these days, especially when you're not trying to get caught up in noise.

Then you've got the ones obsessing over on-chain metrics – whale movements, exchange flows, that kind of thing. Good for spotting macro shifts. But honestly? Most traders toggle between their main chart and a few technical indicators, maybe glance at Bitcoin's dominance chart to get a sense of the broader market mood.

The real question isn't which chart is best – it's which one actually helps you make decisions without second-guessing every move. That part usually takes time to figure out.
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WenMoon42vip
· 3h ago
Honestly, after watching the 4h chart for so long, it's still the most stable; daily charts are easy to be fooled. Those whale flow data sound impressive, but most people can't understand them at all. You still need to find the indicators that you're comfortable with.
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SatoshiLeftOnReadvip
· 23h ago
To be honest, I only look at the 4h and daily charts; the rest is noise.
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Degen4Breakfastvip
· 23h ago
To be honest, after all these years, going back to basics is the most useful. Candlestick charts combined with moving averages are enough; other flashy indicators are just a waste of screen space.
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PumpDoctrinevip
· 23h ago
Honestly, after looking at charts for so many years, I realize I still can't do without the 4-hour chart; everything else is just clouds.
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AirdropHuntervip
· 23h ago
Basically, it's about finding your own routine. Don't get distracted by all the flashy stuff.
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FloorSweepervip
· 23h ago
nah most people staring at charts are just coping... real alpha comes from watching what whales *aren't* showing you
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