You must complete two tasks: Initially, it's a simple task; you will need to modify the CSS file (colorbox.css) and adjust the positioning rule for specific elements:
#cboxTitle, #cboxCurrent, #cboxPrevious, #cboxNext, #cboxClose, #cboxSlideshow
Ensure that their absolute positioning is determined by the 'top' property rather than the 'bottom' property. Below is an example of the original and edited code:
/*#cboxCurrent{position:absolute; bottom:-25px; left:58px; font-weight:bold; color:#7C7C7C;} */
#cboxCurrent{position:absolute; top: 0; left:58px; font-weight:bold; color:#7C7C7C;}
You will need to adjust the values for the 'top' property through trial and error.
The second task might be more challenging. The plugin utilizes an image 'sprite' named controls.png. Upon inspection, it appears that it lacks the necessary images for your desired outcome.
If you are proficient with an image editing software, you could enhance this image by adding the required images. Subsequently, identify the X-Y coordinates needed to incorporate the new image content following the standard sprite usage in CSS. Unsure if you're up for this challenge.
Seems like a straightforward modification, doesn't it? Best of luck!