Continuation · Variable · Medium reliability
Rectangle Pattern Explained
Break outside the parallel range confirms the next move.
What it looks like
A consolidation range with parallel support and resistance lines.
Range-bound markets; multiple touches strengthen the read.
Visual example
Illustrative geometry on ChartNox charts — not a live trade signal.
How to identify it
- Parallel support and resistance bound price in a range.
- Multiple touches on both lines strengthen the pattern.
- Breakout direction may continue the prior trend or reverse — use context.
When the read is wrong
Invalid if price stays mid-range with no boundary respect.
Common mistakes
- Drawing boundaries with only one touch on a side.
- Treating a single wick outside the range as a breakout.
Questions and answers
Is a rectangle a continuation pattern?
It is often listed as one, but a break can go either way. Use the prior trend as context and wait for the break.
What is the difference between a rectangle and a trading range?
They are very similar. A rectangle usually means a clean range with clear, flat boundaries.
Ask ChartNox AI about Rectangle
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