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DEI Document
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
 6 Months Ended
Oct. 29, 2011
Dec. 06, 2011
Document Information [Line Items]    
Entity Registrant Name METHODE ELECTRONICS INC  
Entity Central Index Key 0000065270  
Current Fiscal Year End Date --04-28  
Entity Filer Category Accelerated Filer  
Document Type 10-Q  
Document Period End Date Oct. 29, 2011  
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2012  
Document Fiscal Period Focus Q2  
Amendment Flag false  
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   37,020,890