I just reviewed a scalping strategy that might interest you if you're an active trader. It's a 5-minute approach that's quite accessible for both beginners and experienced operators.

The core idea is simple: you need to execute around 10 trades daily to capture small but consistent price movements. The holding time is very short, just five minutes per position, which requires discipline and quick execution.

For long trades, the strategy is based on observing that the pair is trading below the 20-period EMA and the MACD is in negative territory. Then you enter when the price rises above the 20 EMA. If you're aggressive, place the stop loss at the swing low on the 5-minute chart. If you prefer to be more conservative, position the stop 20 pips below the EMA.

For short trades, look for the opposite: the pair trading above the 20 EMA and MACD positive. Enter when it falls below the EMA. The stop loss goes at the swing high (aggressive mode) or 20 pips above the EMA (conservative mode).

What’s interesting about this 5-minute scalping strategy is that it combines exponential moving averages with the MACD indicator to filter signals. When you see the trend developing, use trailing stop orders to protect profits.

Looking at some recent examples: ILV is at $3.81, PENGU at $0.01 (-3.93% in 24h), BTC around $66.98K (+0.16%), SOL at $80.03, BNB at $590.00, and XRP at $1.31. These pairs are good candidates to try this 5-minute scalping strategy.

One important point: like any system based on technical indicators, it’s not foolproof. Results vary depending on market conditions. You need strict discipline in risk management and clear exit strategies to minimize losses. The strategy works best in markets with moderate volatility and consistent volume. If you want to experiment, Gate.io has the pairs you need to practice this short-term trading style.