A doji forms when the open and close are almost equal, creating a small cross-like candle. Neither buyers nor sellers won the session — it represents indecision.
A doji is not a trade signal on its own. Its meaning depends on where it appears and what the next candle does.
▶ Practice the Doji pattern free →Never trade a doji alone. Wait for the next candle to confirm direction, then plan your entry, stop-loss and target.
See all patterns in our candlestick patterns guide, or compare it with related patterns like spinning top, bullish engulfing, bearish engulfing. Or jump straight into the free trainer to test yourself.