Use several charts in different time periods for each stock you are trading. 60, 13, 8, 3, and 1 minute charts will enable you to see the bigger picture. If the 60, 13, and 8 minute charts are in an uptrend, look at the 3 / 1 minute charts for an entry into the trend, such as when the lead stochastic moves up from the 20 band. Don’t fight the trend of the longer time frames, but if your trade is going against the major trend, be aware that you won’t want to stay in it for too long.