LED Lighting under awning

Ok gang, I installed my LED strip today. I put them on the metal shroud that covers the awning when retracted. I put them as close to the side of the MH as possible, but not on the MH. We sat out tonite and are very happy with the results. We have not retracted the awning but feel there will be no pressure on the strip when retracted. I agree, the lights will not luminate when the awning is retracted, but We very seldom sit out if we cannot extend the awning. Thanks to everyone that replied with their posts.