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Recently, while watching the market, I noticed that many people still have a somewhat vague understanding of the concept of POC.
Actually, understanding what POC means can be quite helpful for trading decisions.
POC stands for Point of Control, simply put, it is the price point with the highest trading volume within a certain time period.
Imagine looking at a volume distribution chart, you will find that some price levels are particularly active in trading, and the point with the largest volume is the POC.
On the chart, it is usually marked with a horizontal line, which can be customized in color, making it easy to see at a glance where the market is most active at which price.
This line actually reflects the greatest consensus between buyers and sellers at that price.
Why should we pay attention to the meaning and application of POC?
Mainly because it can help us judge support and resistance levels.
If the price is trading above the POC, the POC often becomes a support level; conversely, if the price is below the POC, it may turn into a resistance level.
This is the natural law of the market.
From the perspective of trend confirmation, if the price continues to stay above the POC and is supported, it usually indicates an upward trend;
Conversely, if the price encounters resistance below the POC, it may suggest a downward trend is forming.
In my actual trading, I often use POC to confirm the strength of the trend.
In practical operations, when the price approaches the POC, pay special attention.
This position often sees price reversals or breakouts, making it a good observation point.
Some traders set reference points for buy and sell decisions near the POC and closely monitor market reactions.
Assets like SOL, which have larger fluctuations, require more attention to the POC.
Understanding what POC means can help you see more clearly the price areas where market participants are most active, enabling you to make more informed trading decisions.