pointer-events

CSS-Tricks explains the pointer-events property, which controls whether HTML elements respond to pointer events like clicks, hovers, and other pointer actions. Set it to none and the browser ignores that element, passing interactions to whatever lies beneath. The property cascades through inheritance, allowing child elements to opt back in; it doesn't affect keyboard navigation or text selection.

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