Big Inside bars and engulfing candles are candlestick patterns that traders use to analyze markets and identify potential trading opportunities:
Inside bar The high and low of the current candle are contained within the high and low of the previous candle. This pattern indicates consolidation or indecision in the market, and suggests that the current trend may continue or reverse.
Engulfing candle The second candle completely engulfs the first candle. This pattern signals a sudden change in market sentiment, and strong buying or selling momentum. A bullish engulfing indicates a bullish reversal, while a bearish engulfing indicates a bearish reversal.