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Long-Legged Doji
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Quick Summary
Shape
Very long upper and lower shadows with tiny body in the middle.
Common Trap
Assuming long wicks always mean strong rejection.
Context Rule
Shows extreme indecision; more significant after extended moves at key levels.
When It Fails
- •In established range without touching key levels
- •Low volume session (holiday trading, lunch hour)
- •After gap fills where volatility is naturally high
- •News-driven volatility without technical significance
When It Works
- •At major swing highs/lows after extended trending move
- •Volume significantly above average during formation
- •Both wicks testing and rejecting key levels
- •Preceding candles show momentum exhaustion (smaller bodies)
Key Concepts
Understanding these methodology concepts will help you evaluate Long-Legged Doji setups more effectively:
Training Note: Pattern variants are educational classifications. Real-world price action rarely matches textbook definitions exactly. Always evaluate patterns in context of regime, location, and volume. This is not trading advice.