Volume (Trading Volume)
The total amount of a cryptocurrency traded within a specific time period, usually 24 hours.
Explained Simply
Trading volume measures how much of an asset changes hands in a given period. High volume indicates strong interest and usually means tighter spreads and less slippage. Low volume suggests limited interest and can make it difficult to buy or sell at desired prices. Volume spikes often accompany major price moves. Be cautious of wash trading — some exchanges and tokens inflate volume artificially to appear more liquid than they are.
Example
If Bitcoin has $30 billion in 24-hour volume, it means $30 billion worth of BTC was traded across all exchanges in the past day.
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