The large canopy on this umbrella is easy to open and close with the hand crank. There is also a push button to tilt the umbrella to your desired angle. 
It measures 
95.5 inches tall and the octagon canopy diameter measures 7.5 ft. It provides a good amount of shade.
I picked the red umbrella because it adds a festive look to my pool area. The fabric is sturdy and made of reinforced, UV protected Polyester. The base is not included.