Yes, the z-index of an element can be changed upon hover in Webflow using custom code. By default, Webflow doesn't provide an out-of-the-box option to change the z-index through interactions or hover states in the Designer interface.
However, you can achieve this effect by adding a custom code block to your project. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to accomplish this:
1. Select the element for which you want to change the z-index upon hover.
2. Give it a unique class name. You can do this by selecting the element and navigating to the Settings panel on the right-hand side.
3. Once you have set a class name, click inside the Head tag of your page in the Designer.
4. Go to the Project Settings by clicking on the cog icon at the top right corner of the Designer.
5. In the Project Settings modal, select the Custom Code tab.
6. In the Head Code section, add the following code:
```html
```
Replace `.your-element-class` with the class name you assigned to your element in step 2. The `z-index` value of `999` is just an example; you can adjust it according to your needs.
7. Save your changes and exit the Project Settings modal.
Now, whenever you hover over the element with the specified class, its z-index will be changed, bringing it to the front of other elements on the page.
Keep in mind that this method requires custom code and won't be reflected in Webflow's interactions or interactions panel. So, if you need to adjust the z-index dynamically based on specific interactions or triggers, you might need to explore a more advanced solution using JavaScript or jQuery within the custom code block.
Also, note that changing the z-index of an element can affect its stacking order in relation to other elements on the page. So, be mindful of your layout and any potential conflicts that might arise when stacking elements with different z-index values.