Block orders and order blocks represent two sides of the same trading concept. When orders are concealed within price action, they function as hidden barriers—what we call block orders. When these same structures are revealed through technical analysis, they become actionable order blocks for traders.

This distinction matters for market participants looking to identify key supply and demand zones. Recognizing where institutional accumulation or distribution happened historically can help predict where price might encounter resistance or support. The visual confirmation across multiple timeframes strengthens the reliability of these price levels for both entry and exit strategies.