#ScalpingStrategy š What Is a Scalping Strategy in Trading?
Scalping is a short-term trading strategy where traders aim to make small but frequent profits by entering and exiting trades within minutes or even seconds. #ScalpingStrategy
ā Key Features of Scalping:
ā±ļø Super short timeframes: 1-minute, 3-minute, or 5-minute charts
š° Small profits per trade: Often just 0.1% ā 1%
š High trade frequency: Dozens (or hundreds) of trades per day
ā” Fast decision-making: Based on price action, volume, and indicators.
š§ No emotional attachment: Scalpers donāt hold overnight.
š§ How It Works:
Find a setup using indicators like:
Moving Averages (MA)
RSI (Relative Strength Index)
VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price)
Support & resistance zones
Enter quickly when conditions are right
Exit fast ā once a small profit is made (or if the trade turns against you)
Repeat again and again
š Example:
You're scalping BTC/USDT on the 1-minute chart.
You spot a bounce from support, enter at $63,000, and sell at $63,100.
ā Small gain, but repeat it 10ā20 times = serious profits.
ā ļø Risks of Scalping:
High fees (especially on spot without fee discounts)
Emotionally and mentally tiring
Requires fast internet and good execution
Not ideal for beginners or slow decision-makers
ā Best For:
Fast thinkers
Disciplined traders
People who can watch the screen for long periods.
