Recently, I have seen many people asking how to use multi-period Candlestick to find entry points. In fact, I have been using this strategy for quite some time, and the results are quite good. In simple terms, it is to determine the direction with a large period, set the position with a medium period, and seize the timing with a small period, using these three dimensions in combination.

Let's start with the 4-hour chart—this time frame is just right, filtering out the noise from minute-level fluctuations, allowing you to see clearly where the market is headed. You need to first understand whether it's going up, down, or moving sideways, as this determines whether you're looking for long or short opportunities. In an uptrend, both the high and low points are rising, so wait for a pullback; in a downtrend, the highs and lows are consistently moving down, so catch the rebound for a short. As for sideways consolidation? I really don't recommend frequently entering that kind of market; honestly, wait for the direction to become clear before acting. The core message is simple: trade with the trend; going against it will only result in losing money.
Once the direction is determined, switch to the 1-hour chart to find the specific entry zone. This timeframe can help you identify key support and resistance levels—possibly previous highs and lows, moving average positions, or obvious trend lines. For example, when the price approaches the support level, keep an eye on it to see if there are signs of stabilization; when it reaches near the resistance level, you should consider reducing positions or locking in profits. This step is about narrowing down the broad range to a manageable price zone, rather than staring at the chart for the entire timeframe.
Finally, there is the 15-minute Candlestick — note that this period is not for judging trends, but for finding precise entry signals. Near the support and resistance zones, you can look for some reversal patterns in smaller time frames, such as engulfing Candlesticks, divergences, and moving average golden crosses. There's also a detail: when there is a breakout, it's best to check if the trading volume has increased; a breakout with volume confirmation is more reliable, avoiding the kind of false breakout that tricks you in.
The entire process can be summarized as follows: 4-hour view for the big direction → 1-hour for defining the range → 15-minute for finding signals. If the signals from the three timeframes conflict, for example, a bullish view on the 4-hour but a bearish pattern on the 15-minute, then don't force a position; it's better to stay in cash and observe than to lose money. Additionally, small timeframes have quick fluctuations, so stop-losses must be set properly; otherwise, the back-and-forth losses will be unbearable.
Ultimately, when it comes to trading, besides technology, choice is also very important. Choosing the right currency, the right timing, and following the right rhythm all affect the final results. With the market currently experiencing significant fluctuations, now is the time to validate strategies. Grasping the combination of trends and positions, stabilizing profits is not a dream.
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