I've noticed that many people are interested in how to start earning from quick market fluctuations. Scalping is exactly what allows you to catch these small movements by opening and closing positions within minutes. I'll explain how it works in practice.

Scalping requires working on very short timeframes—usually 1-5 minutes. There can be many such trades in a day, each bringing a small profit. It sounds simple, but in reality, it requires a good understanding of the market and discipline. The main thing here is not speed of execution, but the ability to quickly analyze the situation and manage risks.

First, you need basic tools. First, a trading account on any major platform with futures trading. Second, charts with indicators—MA to determine the trend, RSI to understand overbought conditions, volume to assess the strength of the move. This is the minimum set you can work with.

Let me give a real example. Suppose the current Bitcoin price is around $66,800. You see on the 1-minute chart that the price has started to rise, with support below and resistance above. You enter a long position with a market order for $100 amount and 5x leverage — resulting in a position size of $500. Immediately, you set a take-profit $50 above the entry point and a stop-loss $50 below. If the price hits the target level, the trade closes with a small profit; if it drops, the loss is limited. That’s the essence of scalping.

Profit or loss here is calculated simply. With a 5x leverage and a price increase of $50 , you would earn about $2.50 before fees. With a decrease of the same amount, you lose $2.50. Small sums, but with many successful trades, they add up.

Regarding order types, a market order executes instantly, a limit order allows you to set your desired price, and a stop order triggers automatically. For scalping, market and limit orders are most commonly used.

Beginners often make critical mistakes. Ignoring stop-losses, thinking the price will turn around anyway. Using too high leverage, risking losing the entire deposit on a single bad trade. This is a dangerous path. Start with small amounts—$50-100, hone your analysis skills, control your emotions. Scalping requires iron discipline and strict adherence to your strategy. Gradually, as you gain experience, you can increase your volumes. Remember, this is not a way to get rich quickly, but a tool to earn from small price movements if you truly understand what you’re doing.