New to the forum, quick question on market open vol

Hey everyone, just joined. Been trading for about a year now, mostly dabbling in futures, trying to refine my edge. One thing I've noticed, particularly with ES and NQ, is the sheer volatility right at market open, say the first 15-30 minutes. I usually try to avoid it, letting things settle, but I see a lot of experienced traders actively engaging in that window, sometimes catching huge moves. For those who do, what's your primary rationale or strategy for navigating that initial burst of activity without getting chopped to bits? Are you looking for specific candle formations, volume profiles, or something else entirely? Seems like a high-risk, high-reward zone.