--- title: "Shading Control" description: "Automated shading with TapHome — sun tracking, temperature-based control, and motorized blinds that adapt to weather and your preferences." url: "https://taphome.com/en/features/shading/" language: en lastmod: 2026-01-03 generator: hugo --- [All features](https://taphome.com/en/features/) [Heating & Cooling](https://taphome.com/en/features/heating/) [Shading](https://taphome.com/en/features/shading/) [Lighting](https://taphome.com/en/features/lighting/) [Energy Management](https://taphome.com/en/features/energy/) ![](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/hero-shading-big_hu_c68e22ebf8a83ae1.jpg) Shading # Intelligent shading control Automated control based on sun position — optimized for your schedule, comfort, and savings. ![](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/icon-temperature.svg) Save energy, protect your interior ![](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/icon-automatic.svg) Hands-free comfort ![](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/icon-manual.svg) Manual override anytime SMART FEATURES ## Automation or full control? It's up to you. Shading adapts exactly the way you allow it — beyond automation, you always stay in control via smart switches or the app. ![Tilting according to the sun's position](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/card-tilting_hu_227d88d09b8535a2.jpg) ### Tilting according to the sun's position Slats adjust hourly to prevent overheating while preserving the view. ![Lockout protection](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/TapHome_shading_lockout_hu_844d640dd0abfa32.jpg) ### Lockout protection When balcony doors open, blinds lift automatically — convenient access and protection against getting locked out. ![Privacy protection](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/card-privacy_hu_34b10ae99df5d44.jpg) ### Privacy protection After sunset, blinds lower automatically for more privacy. AUTOMATION ## Example of a daily schedule for shading Blinds adapt to current weather — reducing heat, blocking glare, and preserving your view. Customize your daily schedule anytime. 7:00 ![Sunrise](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/daily-icon-sunrise.svg) ### Sunrise SMART RULE Daily schedule A Automatic The shading will rise to let in light. ![](https://taphome.com/images/home/icon-shade-up.svg) 9:00 ![Bright sun](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/daily-icon-bright-sun.svg) ### Bright sun SMART RULE Sun tracking Daily schedule A Automatic The shading will lower and reduce overheating. ![](https://taphome.com/images/home/icon-shade-down.svg) 11:00 ![Tilting according to the sun](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/daily-icon-tilting.svg) ### Tilting according to the sun SMART RULE Tilting Daily schedule A Automatic The slats are finely adjusted according to the sun's position. ![](https://taphome.com/images/home/icon-shade-open.svg) 13:00 ![Strong wind](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/daily-icon-wind.svg) ### Strong wind SMART RULE Protect from wind Daily schedule S Safety In strong winds, the shading will rise. ![](https://taphome.com/images/home/icon-shade-up.svg) 15:00 ![Manual control](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/daily-icon-manual.svg) ### Manual control SMART RULE Manual override Daily schedule M Manual Using wall controllers or the app. It has the highest priority (except for safety). ![](https://taphome.com/images/home/icon-shade-down.svg) 17:00 ![Enable entrance](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/daily-icon-entrance.svg) ### Enable entrance SMART RULE Enable entrance Daily schedule A Automatic When the balcony door is opened, the blind rises and stays up - protection against being locked out. ![](https://taphome.com/images/home/icon-shade-up.svg) 20:00 ![Privacy protection](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/daily-icon-privacy.svg) ### Privacy protection SMART RULE Daily schedule A Automatic At dusk, the blinds automatically lower for greater privacy. ![](https://taphome.com/images/home/icon-shade-closed.svg) APPLICATION ## Blind position and slat angle at your fingertips ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-check-blue.svg) Organize blinds into groups for global control ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-check-blue.svg) Set and modify shading schedules anytime ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-check-blue.svg) Reassign switches and gestures (click, double-click, triple-click) to any blind — no technician required ![TapHome App - Shading control](https://taphome.com/images/screenshots/Shading-screen-EN.svg) ![](https://taphome.com/images/screenshots/mobile-screen.svg) SHADING TYPES ## Works with various shading types ![Blinds](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/type-blinds.svg) Blinds ![Awnings](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/type-awnings.svg) Awnings ![Curtains](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/type-curtains.svg) Curtains ![Roller blinds](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/type-rollers.svg) Roller blinds HARDWARE ## Related hardware [![Presence sensor](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/hardware/dual-presence-sensor_hu_abd35c0294eeeda3.png) \ **Presence sensor** \ Radar + PIR + lux + CO₂ in one. Motion, presence, alarm signals.](https://hardware.taphome.com/en/presence-sensor/) [![Controller with display](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/hardware/controller-thermostat_hu_72b7cb4e820e1716.png) \ **Controller with display** \ Multi-zone thermostat, heating, cooling and AC control.](https://hardware.taphome.com/en/controller/) [![Wind, brightness, and temperature sensor](https://taphome.com/images/features/shading/hardware/weather-sensor_hu_aa1bc740afce8734.png) \ **Wind, brightness, and temperature sensor** \ Somfy sensor on TapHome bus. Sensitivity configurable in the app.](https://hardware.taphome.com/en/wind-brightness-temperature-sensor/) VALUE FOR MONEY ## Surprisingly affordable For comparable costs, you get incomparable benefits. ### Shading without smart home ### Shading with TapHome ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-x-gray.svg) Limited functions (up, down, tilting) ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-check-blue-large.svg) More smart features and automation options ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-x-gray.svg) No whole-house integration, another app to download ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-check-blue-large.svg) Whole-house integration in one app ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-x-gray.svg) Must buy switches and controllers from the manufacturer — extra costs ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-check-blue-large.svg) Use existing smart controllers that handle other functions too ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-x-gray.svg) Mismatched switch designs that clash with thermostats and climate controllers ![](https://taphome.com/images/common/icons/icon-check-blue-large.svg) Uniform stylish switches throughout the house, color of your choice