ICT Single Candle Order Block (SCOB) Explained

What is Single Candle Order Block in ICT?

A single-candle pattern used by some ICT/SMC educators as a compact order-block reference.

Definition of Single Candle Order Block

A one-candle zone selected by a specific candle condition; the term's precise rules are not universal across ICT materials.

How to identify Single Candle Order Block

Use the originating educator's exact candle criteria, including close, wick and neighboring-candle conditions; mark only qualifying candles.

Bullish Single Candle Order Block example

a defined bullish SCOB forms near a low and price later respects it.

Bearish Single Candle Order Block example

a defined bearish SCOB forms near a high and price rejects it.

Single Candle Order Block chart examples

Practical trading example

A trader's chosen SCOB rules identify one candle after a sell-side raid; they wait for a retest and bullish confirmation.

Common mistakes and important notes

SCOB is not as standardized as FVG or OB. Do not assume every single candle is an SCOB.

Related ICT concepts

Part of Order Blocks and PD Arrays. New to ICT? Start with the beginner guide.