Many people ask me how to minimize losses and maximize profits in contract trading. Today, I will share some insights I have recently discovered.

Actually, the key to contract trading lies in capturing the market's rhythm. I have summarized the 7 most critical time windows in trading. Mastering these points can significantly improve operational efficiency.

**At the market open**, I first scan multiple timeframes of candlesticks (4-hour, 6-hour, 12-hour, daily) and use MACD, KDJ, Bollinger Bands combined with volume to judge the overall direction of the day. This step is crucial as it determines the attack and defense strategy for the entire day.

**During midday**, the market often consolidates within a certain range. At this time, identify support and resistance levels, execute precise high sell and low buy strategies, and make quick profits from oscillating markets.

**From 4 PM to 6 PM**, large players and big funds become active, and the market is prone to sharp rises or falls. When prices surge quickly, know when to take profits, and after verifying the authenticity, decide whether to follow up.

**From 8 PM to midnight**, the market usually moves in a single direction, following the trend. Profits during this period tend to be more stable.

**From 1 AM to 2 AM**, most large players have established their positions, and the market is likely to form a trending move. Follow the trend decisively.

**From 5 AM to 6 AM**, the market may have already reached a peak or bottom. Consider going long at the bottom and short at the top.

**Additionally, you can use short cycles** (5-minute, 15-minute, 30-minute) combined with indicators to quickly enter and exit, capturing short-term fluctuations.

Ultimately, contract trading is about keeping up with the market's rhythm, understanding which stage the market is in, and operating in the most efficient way. Only then can profits be more stable and risks more controllable.