I've seen quite a few people messing around in exchanges, but those who ultimately make money usually master a stable methodology. Taking coins like AXL and ZEC as examples, the same logical framework can be applied. Here are 9 practical tips worth noting for beginners.

**Market Trend Judgment**

When the overall market crashes, if some coins only dip slightly—this usually indicates that the big players are supporting the price, so you can hold with relative confidence. Conversely, if the market rises but the coin remains weak, be alert.

For short-term trading, look at the 5-day moving average; for medium-term, look at the 20-day moving average. The rule is simple: hold when the price is above the line; sell when it breaks below. It sounds easy, but the key is consistent execution. If there’s no significant action in three days, exit decisively. If losses reach 5%, cut losses unconditionally. This helps you avoid most risks.

**Application of Volume-Price Relationship**

When a major upward wave forms without volume increase, act decisively. The subsequent logic is: if volume increases and the price rises, continue holding; if volume shrinks but the trend remains intact, keep holding; once volume increases and the trend breaks downward, start reducing positions. This method applies to Bitcoin and altcoins alike.

**Coin Selection and Entry Strategies**

How to catch oversold opportunities? When a coin drops more than 50% from its all-time high and continues to fall for 8 days, entering an oversold state, you can look for opportunities to buy. But coin selection is crucial—focus only on leading coins, which tend to sell fastest when rising and resist falling better when dropping. Don’t worry about the magnitude of the rise or fall; the core idea is to buy high and sell higher.

**Mindset and Risk Control**

When trading with the trend, just choose a suitable entry point—don’t obsess over the absolute lowest point. Abandon weak coins; don’t try to guess the bottom.

The easiest mistake after making profits is to get greedy and add more positions. Take a moment to review—was this profit due to luck or skill? Can you establish a stable trading system? That’s the foundation for sustained profitability.

Finally, one key tip: **If you’re not confident, don’t force trades. Holding cash is also a strategy.** Prioritize capital safety before pursuing gains. It’s about success rate, not trading frequency.