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# overlayArrangementZIndex

The z-index for a view within an overlay arrangement view.

```
var overlayArrangementZIndex: Int { get set }
```

## Discussion

Use this value to read the z-ordering of a view when it is placed
in an overlay arrangement. Views with a higher z-index are rendered
on top of views with a lower z-index.

```
struct PlayerView: View {
    @Environment(\.overlayArrangementZIndex) var zIndex

    var body: some View {
        VideoPlayerControls()
            .opacity(zIndex == 0 ? 1.0 : 0.5)
    }
}
```

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