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Stock Plans - Shares Reserved for Future Issuance (Details) shares in Millions | Dec. 31, 2018 shares
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2010 Stock Incentive Plan |
Shares reserved for future issuance |
Total shares reserved | 4.5
ESPP |
Shares reserved for future issuance |
Total shares reserved | 0.2

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