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Just as an example, if you use a forearm-type approach with a more flexed wrist, as I typically use for “classic dwps” playing styles like Gypsy / Friedman / Yngwie, it’s almost impossible to sweep to a lower string. The pick would dig under the string and you wouldn’t be able to move. Here is what that looks like:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BzbPtUAH3rK/
There is pretty much no way you’re sweeping “descending” with this form, unless you change the form to do it. If you’re using a wrist motion with a trigger-style grip, you’re much closer in form to being able to sweep descending:
https://www.instagram.com/p/BzEHqFVn0Mz/
Nothing wrong with this, but it’s a completely different form with a different feel. It can pay in terms of awareness to know which form you’re using.