Systematic improvement of trading ability cannot bypass six core dimensions:

1. Time Cycle

The cycle you choose determines the types of opportunities you can participate in and the pace of trading.

• Short-term (30 seconds to 15 minutes): Suitable for high-frequency fluctuations, tests execution ability

• Swing (1 hour to 4 hours): Suitable for intraday or overnight operations, balancing efficiency and stability

• Trend (4 hours to daily): Focuses on rhythm and structure, suitable for longer holding periods

2. Capital Scale

The foundation of risk control, directly determining the margin for error.

• Initially, it is recommended to control each trade to 0.5% to 1% of total capital risk

• After gaining proficiency, it can be gradually increased to 1% to 2%, but must be accompanied by high execution ability and clear strategies

3. Trading Model

The trading model determines which type of market conditions you focus on.

• Trend Strategy: Operate in line with the trend, focusing on momentum explosion

• Range Strategy: Operate in the opposite direction, seeking high odds reversals

4. Trading Market

Different markets have different requirements for rhythm, tools, and strategies.

• Futures are suitable for leveraged trading and short-term arbitrage

• Spot is suitable for low-frequency holding and trend trading

• Options are suitable for structured risk management or special strategies

5. Entry Method

The logic for entering trades must be clear and not rely on vague judgments.

• Pullback entry: Low risk but slow confirmation

• Breakout entry: Fast confirmation but low margin for error

• Moving average type: Suitable for systematic and diversified backtesting

6. Profit Target

Planning exit strategies in advance is a necessary means to avoid emotional interference.

• Fixed take profit: Suitable for highly planned and rule-based trading

• Trailing take profit: Suitable for holding trend positions, pursuing swing profits