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Tick Scalping
High riskCapture tiny moves with high-frequency trades
Overview
Tick scalping uses 1-tick contracts on volatile synthetic indices to extract small but consistent profits. Requires sharp focus, low fees, and a clear exit plan.
Best for
- Active traders
- Experienced traders
Recommended markets
- Volatility 100 (1s)
- Volatility 75 (1s)
Step-by-step execution
- 1
Pick fast market
1-second indices give the most opportunities.
- 2
Identify micro-trend
Use the last 20 ticks to spot direction.
- 3
Trade in bursts
Place 5–10 quick trades, then walk away for 10 minutes.
- 4
Hard stop-loss
Stop after 3 consecutive losses or -2% of bankroll.
- 5
Take profits
Withdraw winnings daily — don't let profits ride.
Tips
- Trade only during high liquidity hours.
- Take frequent breaks — fatigue kills scalpers.
Pitfalls to avoid
- Don't over-trade — quality > quantity.
- Avoid scalping during news or volatility spikes.
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