Bypass shutters contain panels that slide pass each other when opened or closed. The panels are aligned with the sliding doors for easy movement between the interior and exterior space. For more unobstructed views opt for a bypass open system where the louvers can be open when the panels are in front of each other.

With sliding plantation shutters, you also lose the ability to open the slats unless the panels are completely closed, and one half of the doorway will always be blocked by the shutters. This is the just the nature of the bypass track system allowing one half of the shutters to tuck behind the other.