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By themselves, the Doji is usually considered a neutral pattern but is part of multiple-candlestick patterns.

The Doji is the smallest and simplest of all candlesticks, making it very easy to identify. Look for the following criteria:

•The open and close of the candlestick must be at (or near) the same price level so that the Doji either lacks a body or has a very tiny body.

•There must be an upper shadow, a lower shadow, or both.