How to Use Z-Index for Layered Design

When working with overlapping elements, controlling which content appears in front is essential for a clean, functional layout. That’s where Z-Index comes in.

Z-Index allows you to manage the stacking order of elements on the page, you can control what stays on top and what sits behind. In this article, you will learn how to use Z-Index effectively to create dynamic, well-structured designs that look great and function smoothly for your StyleCloud websites.

How to use Z-Index

All content should be wrapped in a Section Element. The Section acts as the foundational container that controls layout settings like padding, background, spacing, and positioning.

Sections provide consistent control over spacing and alignment.

• Many advanced layout settings—including positioning and Z-Index—require content to be inside a Section to work properly.

Z-Index is used to control how elements are layered on top of each other. A higher Z-Index means the element will appear above others with lower values—but only when those elements are on the same structural level.

Example:

You have two columns, and you want the content from Column 1 to overlap content in Column 2.

• Correct Approach: Set a higher Z-Index on Column 1 and a lower Z-Index on Column 2.
• Incorrect Approach: Setting Z-Index on child elements won’t have the desired effect unless the columns themselves are configured properly.

Example: Porto Art Image with Text 4

Tutorial Video

Updated on: 24/09/2025