Name

z-index

Synopsis

This property sets the placement of a positioned element along the z-axis, which is defined to be the axis that extends perpendicular to the display area. Positive numbers are closer to the user, and negative numbers are further away.

Values:

<integer> | auto | inherit

Initial value:

auto

Applies to:

positioned elements

Inherited:

no

Computed value:

as specified

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