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INCOME TAXES INCOME TAXES (Income tax examination) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2023	Apr. 30, 2018
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]
Income Tax Examination, Description	. This tax year pre-dates our separation from Agilent. However, pursuant to the agreement between Agilent and Keysight pertaining to tax matters, as finalized at the time of separation, for certain entities, including Malaysia, any historical tax liability is the responsibility of Keysight.
Malaysia Tax Authority [Member]
Income Tax Examination [Line Items]
Tax Adjustments, Settlements, and Unusual Provisions		$ 68

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