Candlestick Patterns→ Pattern Detail

Standard Doji

A doji with small wicks, showing balanced indecision

A standard doji has small upper and lower wicks with open and close at nearly the same price. It represents a pause or indecision in the market. Context determines its significance - at key levels it may signal reversal.

How to Recognize

  • Small, relatively equal wicks
  • Open and close at virtually same price
  • Appears after directional move
  • Location determines significance

How to Avoid

  • Dojis need context to be meaningful
  • At key levels: potential reversal signal
  • In mid-range: just noise (doji in chop)
  • Wait for confirmation either way