Range Trading vs. Trend Trading: Knowing When to Switch One of the biggest mistakes traders make? Using a trend strategy in a range — or vice versa. In 2025, adaptive traders are winning because they know when the game changes. Clues you're in a range: Price keeps bouncing between EQ + OB Equal highs/lows are respected repeatedly BOS but no real continuation Clues you're in a trend: Clean BOS + FVGs filled then resumed HTF break + continuation across sessions High volume + news catalyst in same direction Smart traders use ATR (Average True Range) and HTF candles to confirm conditions. Ranges call for OB-to-OB scalps. Trends need break + retest + continuation plays. Be fluid. Don't force structure. The trader who knows when to shift playstyle — wins. 📊