plotly / plotly/plotly.js

provide option to draw grid above traces

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feature P3
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Description

Add attribute to affect the z-order of the x and y axes gridlines such that the traces added to my figure do not obscure the gridlines, by default the traces are always drawn on top of the grid lines.

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Research direction

The issue names no files or tests. Start by locating the x- and y-axis gridline and trace-rendering entry points in plotly.js, then determine where their draw order is controlled. Done means an option lets users place gridlines above traces while preserving the default ordering.

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Assessment

Tech stack
javascript
Domain
data-visualization
Issue type
Feature
Difficulty
3/5
Estimated time
1-2 days
Activity status
Stale
Clarity
Mostly clear
Newbie friendliness
45/100

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