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Summary of Significant Accounting Policies Cash Equivalents (Details) $ in Thousands | Jan. 03, 2021 USD ($)
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Accounting Policies [Abstract] |
Cash Equivalents, Insurance from Securities Investor Protection Corporation, Maximum per Account | $ 500

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