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DEI Document (USD $)
In Millions, except Share data in Thousands, unless otherwise specified
 12 Months Ended
Apr. 28, 2012
Jun. 26, 2012
Oct. 29, 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-K    
Document Period End Date Apr. 28, 2012    
Document Fiscal Year Focus 2012    
Document Fiscal Period Focus FY    
Amendment Flag false    
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding   37,020,890  
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer No    
Entity Voluntary Filers No    
Entity Current Reporting Status Yes    
Entity Public Float     $ 339.4