# overrideSorting

> Allows for nested canvases to override the _sortingOrder from parent canvases.

## Definition

* **Type:** Property
* **Namespace:** [UnityEngine](/engine/6000.7/script-reference/unityengine.md)
* **Assembly:** UnityEngine.UIModule

```csharp
public bool overrideSorting { get; set; }
```

### Remarks

If set, nested canvases can ignore the parent draw order, and either draw on top of or below the parent draw order.