@cryptotrading_insights: CRT Candle Range Theory Explained (Not an ICT SMC Concept) | ICT Smart Money Concepts CRT (Candle Range Theory) Explained – And Why It Is Not ICT SMC CRT (Candle Range Theory) is a trading concept that focuses on using the range of a candle (High to Low) to identify potential reversals, breakouts, and entry opportunities. Traders who use CRT treat the previous candle's range as an important reference for future price movement. Important Note CRT is NOT part of ICT (Inner Circle Trader) or SMC (Smart Money Concepts). It is a separate trading concept developed independently. While some traders combine CRT with ICT/SMC ideas such as market structure, liquidity, and Fair Value Gaps (FVGs), CRT itself is not an official ICT model or terminology. Basic CRT Concept Identify a significant candle (often H4 or Daily). Mark its High and Low. Watch how price reacts when it trades above or below that range. Use confirmation (such as market structure shift or rejection) before entering a trade. How Some Traders Combine CRT with ICT/SMC Although CRT is not ICT, some traders use it alongside: Liquidity sweeps Market Structure Shift (MSS) Fair Value Gaps (FVG) Order Blocks (OB) Premium & Discount arrays This combination can help filter entries, but the CRT concept itself remains separate from ICT. Risk Management Never risk more than 1–2% per trade. Wait for confirmation instead of entering on the first touch. ways follow your trading plan and avoid emotional decisions. #CRTTrading #CandleRangeTheory #CRTStrategy #ForexTrading #GoldTrading
