Types of Trading Styles

In forex, there are 4 main trading styles based on how long you hold trades:

StyleHold TimeMain Focus
ScalpingSeconds to minutesTiny moves, many trades daily
Day TradingMinutes to hoursClose before market ends
Swing TradingDays to weeks/monthsMedium-term trends
Position TradingMonths to years (or even decades)Long-term trends & fundamentals