What is Volume? (memecoin term explained)
Volume is the total value traded in a token over a window (5m, 1h, 24h). It measures activity, but says nothing on its own about whether that activity is real.
Definition: Volume
Volume is the total value traded in a token over a window (5m, 1h, 24h). It measures activity, but says nothing on its own about whether that activity is real.
Why it matters to memecoin traders
Volume drives attention and trending lists, but it is the most-faked metric in memecoins. Always pair it with unique buyers and liquidity.
Key things to know about volume
- High volume + growing unique buyers = real interest.
- High volume + flat unique buyers = likely wash trading.
- Sudden volume spikes can be a catalyst or a manufactured pump.
- Compare current volume to the token's own baseline, not absolute numbers.
- Volume relative to liquidity matters: huge volume on a tiny pool is churn.
What to watch out for
Volume FAQ
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