The Ultimate Guide to Upgap Side-by-Side White Lines Candlestick Patterns
Last updated: February 7, 2024
Upgap Side-by-Side White Lines Pattern
The upgap side-by-side white lines pattern occurs when two candles, which are both green, similar in size, and with similar opening prices, occur after a rising window:
General Identification & Interpretation
Steve Nison is credited with bringing Japanese candlestick charting to the West. In his book "Japanese Candlestick Charting Techniques" he describes upgap side-by-side white lines patterns with the following characteristics:
Typical characteristics
A rising window forms, with two subsequent green candles occurring above the top of the window, both similar in size and opening
Examples of use as a trading indicator
Support levels can be found within the rising window that forms, which is voided after a close below the window
Throughout a rally, the occurrence of this pattern indicates that the present trend (bullish) is continuing
More for beginners
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