Adjust the z-order of elements

The z-order of elements specifies which element appears on top of other elements when the elements overlap on the canvas. The z-order also determines how the elements of a path graphic connect.

When you place new elements on the canvas, they are placed at the top and can cover all other elements.

However, you might want to bring certain elements forward so that they are always visible or overlap certain other elements. Or you may want to use a large background element behind all other elements. You can:

• Bring one or more elements to the very front.

• Send one or more elements to the very back.

• Bring one or more elements one level forward.

• Send one or more elements one level backward.

You can use the Elements List to see or change the z-order of the elements.

To bring selected elements to the front

• On the Arrange menu, point to Order, and then click Bring To Front. The selected elements are brought to the front. They don't change their relative z-order.

  

To send selected elements to the back

• On the Arrange menu, point to Order, and then click Send To Back. The selected elements are sent to the back. They don't change their relative z-order.

  

To bring selected elements one level forward

• On the Arrange menu, point to Order, and then click Bring Forward.

  

To send selected elements one level backward

• On the Arrange menu, point to Order, and then click Bring Backward.