Always had the awning out when using my PUP. Felt naked camping without it.
I would unzip the bag prior to cranking up the roof. (velcro strap in the middle would hold awning in place)
I had a Carefree of Colorado awning that was nice because the leg would just fold up into the awning end. No ropes!!
When breaking camp. The last thing I would do is fold up the awning legs. and let the awning hang. Crank down the roof until the bag was within reach. Roll up the awning and continue folding down the roof.
Awning set up is one of the things I don't miss since I upgrade to a TT last year.