The Blinds are indeed attractive. But as far as functionality is concerned, they receive a very low mark. The blinds I purchased, I thought would be an upgrade from the old school verticals. To the point: The Blinds block whatever view you used to have from a clear view. They don't compress or can be moved way over out of being "in the view" They should make the track longer, to be able to store to one side or the other. My Ocean view, was reduced by 1/3.