Is Candlestick Behavior More Valuable Than Chart Patterns?

Do you think focusing on candlestick behavior is more important than memorizing chart patterns? I feel like chart patterns only become obvious after they’ve fully formed, and by then, the best entry is often already gone. Plus, knowing candlestick behavior gives you a real-time edge, unlike relying on cheat sheets of patterns, which feel more like a crutch. What’s your take on this do you agree or see it differently?