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Document Period End Datedei_DocumentPeriodEndDateMay 31, 2011
Registrant Namedei_EntityRegistrantNameWells Fargo Funds Trust
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Document Creation Datedei_DocumentCreationDateSep. 26, 2011
Document Effective Datedei_DocumentEffectiveDateOct. 01, 2011
Prospectus Daterr_ProspectusDateOct. 01, 2011
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks maximum long-term total return (current income and capital appreciation), consistent with minimizing risk to principal.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 17% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate17.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the C&B Large Cap Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently. We manage a relatively focused portfolio of 30 to 50 companies that enables us to provide adequate diversification while allowing the composition and performance of the portfolio to behave differently than the market.

We select securities for the portfolio based on an analysis of a company's financial characteristics and an assessment of the quality of a company's management. In selecting a company, we consider criteria such as return on equity, balance sheet strength, industry leadership position and cash flow projections. We further narrow the universe of acceptable investments by undertaking intensive research including interviews with a company's top management, customers and suppliers. We believe our assessment of business quality and emphasis on valuation will protect the portfolio's assets in down markets, while our insistence on strength in leadership, financial condition and cash flow position will produce competitive results in all but the most speculative markets. We regularly review the investments of the portfolio and may sell a portfolio holding when it has achieved its valuation target, there is deterioration in the underlying fundamentals of the business, or we have identified a more attractive investment opportunity.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Focused Portfolio Risk. Since the Fund tends to invest in a smaller number of stocks than do many other similar mutual funds, changes in the value of individual stocks held by the Fund may have a larger impact on the Fund's net asset value than if the Fund were more broadly invested.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003     +20.94%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008     -23.75%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.30%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.66%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.31%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.16%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.15%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01685
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03951
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,237
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,050
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20016.59%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(10.89%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200333.46%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200412.51%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20050.31%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200621.56%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(2.04%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(36.05%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200927.59%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201013.68%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.30%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.30%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn20.94%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.75%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear017.16%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.81%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.06%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear016.96%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.26%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.29%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear014.91%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.59%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.22%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Class B
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice5.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.66%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.06%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.16%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.90%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01693
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03930
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,294
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,094
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01193
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03630
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,094
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,094
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear017.76%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.87%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.15%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.66%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.06%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.16%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.90%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01293
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03630
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,094
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,377
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01193
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03630
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,094
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,377
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0111.74%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.26%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.92%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.26%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks to replicate the total return of the S&P 500® Index, before fees and expenses.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the ten months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 3% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate3.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Index Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the stocks compirsing the S&P 500® Index. We invest in substantially all of the common stocks comprising the S&P 500® Index and attempt to achieve at least a 95% correlation between the performance of the S&P 500® Index and the Fund's investment results, before fees and expenses. This correlation is sought regardless of market conditions. If we are unable to achieve this correlation, then we will closely monitor the performance and composition of the S&P 500® Index and adjust the Fund's securities holdings as necessary to seek the correlation.

A precise duplication of the performance of the S&P 500® Index would mean that the net asset value ("NAV") of Fund shares, including dividends and capital gains, would increase or decrease in exact proportion to changes in the S&P 500® Index. Such a 100% correlation is not feasible. Our ability to track the performance of the S&P 500® Index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions. We continuously monitor the performance and composition of the S&P 500® Index and adjust the Fund's portfolio as necessary to reflect any changes to the S&P 500® Index and to maintain a 95% or better performance correlation before fees and expenses. Furthermore, we may use futures to manage risk or to enhance return.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Index Tracking Risk. The ability to track an index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +15.81%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -22.04%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.77%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.09%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.59%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets0.68%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.12%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.56%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01629
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03757
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05909
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,351
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001(12.31%)
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(22.48%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200327.70%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200410.25%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20054.36%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200615.19%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20074.94%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(37.35%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200925.91%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201014.49%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.77%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.77%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn15.81%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.04%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear017.90%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.57%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.27%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 04, 1998
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear015.12%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.40%)
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10(0.37%)
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 04, 1998
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear018.31%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.37%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.08%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 04, 1998
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Class B
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice5.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.09%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.59%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.43%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.12%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.31%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01633
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03728
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05958
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,391
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01133
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03428
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear05758
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear101,391
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear018.82%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.70%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.34%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 03, 1998
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.09%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.59%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.43%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.12%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.31%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01233
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03428
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05758
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,692
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01133
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03428
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear05758
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear101,692
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0112.61%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.01%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.12%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateApr. 30, 1999
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | S&P 500 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.06%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.29%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear101.41%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 59% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate59.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that we believe have prospects for robust and sustainable growth of revenues and earnings. We define small-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations of $3 billion or less. Small-capitalization companies may include both domestic and foreign small-capitalization companies. We may also invest in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We seek small-capitalization companies that are in their emerging phase of their life cycle. We believe earnings and revenue growth relative to expectations are critical factors in determining stock price movements. Thus, our investment process is centered around finding emerging growth companies with under-appreciated prospects for robust and sustainable growth in earnings and revenue. To find that growth, we use bottom-up research, emphasizing companies whose management teams have a history of successfully executing their strategy and whose business model has sufficient profit potential. We forecast revenue and earnings revision opportunities, along with other key financial metrics to assess investment potential. We then combine that company-specific analysis with our assessment of secular and timeliness trends to form a buy/sell decision about a particular stock. We may invest in any sector and at times we may emphasize one or more particular sectors. We sell a company's securities when we see deterioration in fundamentals that leads us to become suspicious of a company's prospective growth profile or the profitability potential of its business model, as this often leads to lower valuation potential. We may also sell or trim a position when we need to raise money to fund the purchase of a better idea or when valuation is extended beyond our bullish expectations.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009    +19.59%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008    -23.62%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.59%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class C shares will vary.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 1/31/2007

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets2.24%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets3.04%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(1.67%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.37%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01706
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear031,312
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,942
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear103,626
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn2004 
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn2005 
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn2006 
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007 
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(47.32%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200932.46%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201031.82%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.59%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn15.59%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.59%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.62%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0124.24%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception1.87%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0124.24%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception1.80%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.76%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception1.56%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets2.24%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets3.79%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(1.67%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.12%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01315
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear031,004
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,813
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear103,921
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01215
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear031,004
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,813
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear103,921
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.82%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception2.67%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception2.96%[10]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

[1]
Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 90% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate90.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Equity Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently.

In making investment decisions for the Fund, we apply a fundamentals-driven, company-specific analysis. As part of the analysis, we evaluate criteria such as price to earnings, price to book, and price to sales ratios, and cash flow. We also evaluatethe companies' sales and expense trends, changes in earnings estimates and market position, as well as the industry outlook. We look for catalysts that could positively, or negatively, affect prices of current and potential companies for the Fund. Additionally, we seek confirmation of earnings potential before investing in a security. We also apply a rigorous screening process to manage the portfolio's overall risk profile. We generally consider selling a stock when it has achieved its fair value, when the issuer's business fundamentals have deteriorated, or if the potential for positive change is no longer evident.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009   +19.31%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -22.01%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.91%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 8/29/2003

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.67%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.32%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.08%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.24%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01694
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03954
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,242
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,060
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200414.92%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn200510.08%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200617.18%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20077.85%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(41.28%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200924.37%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201016.79%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.91%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.91%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.31%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.01%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0110.07%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.31%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception4.93%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0110.03%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.27%)
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception4.48%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear016.61%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.11%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception4.15%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class B
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice5.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.67%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.07%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.08%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.99%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01702
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03933
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,298
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,104
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01202
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03633
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,098
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,104
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0110.92%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.38%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.04%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.67%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.07%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.08%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.99%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01302
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03633
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,098
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,387
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01202
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03633
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,098
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,387
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0114.95%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.74%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception4.99%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.70%[12]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 48% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate48.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that uses a "multi-style" equity investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the Fund and to provide more consistent returns. "Style" means either an approach to selecting investments, or a type of investment that is selected for a portfolio. Currently, the Fund's portfolio combines the different equity investment styles of several master portfolios. The investment styles of the master portfolios in which we currently invest include the large cap growth style, the large cap blend style (an index tracking style), the large cap value style, the small cap style and the international style. We may invest in additional or fewer master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities. See "Portfolio Allocation and Management" on page 41 of the Prospectus for the percentage breakdown of the Fund's assets allocated across different master portfolios.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities.

We consider the Fund's absolute level of risk, as well as its risk relative to its benchmark in determining the allocation between the different investment styles. We may make changes to the current allocations at any time in response to market and other conditions. The percentage of Fund assets that we invest in each master portfolio may temporarily deviate from the current allocations due to changes in market value. We may use cash flows or effect transactions to re-establish the allocations. In addition, certain of the master portfolios in which the Fund may invest may employ a variety of derivative instruments such as futures and options. To the extent that one or more master portfolios is invested in such derivatives, the Fund will be exposed to the risks associated with such investments.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Emerging Markets Risk. Foreign investment risks are typically greater for securities in emerging markets, which can be more vulnerable to recessions, currency volatility, inflation and market failure.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Index Tracking Risk. The ability to track an index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Multi-Style Management Risk. The management of the Fund's portfolio using different investment styles can result in higher transaction costs and lower tax efficiency than other funds which adhere to a single investment style.

Options Risk. An investment in options may be subject to greater fluctuation than an investment in the underlying instruments themselves. A Fund that purchases options is subject to the risk of a complete loss of premiums, while a Fund that writes options could be in a worse position than it would have been had it not written the option. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when a Fund seeks to close out an option position.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009    +16.60%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008    -22.59%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.36%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.25%
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.58%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expensesrr_AcquiredFundFeesAndExpensesOverAssets0.57%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.40%
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.15%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.25%[6]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01695
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03964
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,269
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,133
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001(12.68%)
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(22.12%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200329.07%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200410.49%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20056.25%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200613.95%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20075.60%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(39.33%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200928.21%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201014.50%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabelYear-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.36%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.36%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn16.60%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.59%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear017.92%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.20%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.40%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMay 02, 1996
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear017.82%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(1.07%)
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear10(0.65%)
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMay 02, 1996
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear015.26%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.02%)
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.14%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMay 02, 1996
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Class B
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice5.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.25%
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.58%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expensesrr_AcquiredFundFeesAndExpensesOverAssets0.57%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.15%
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.15%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.00%[6]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01703
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03943
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,326
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,178
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01203
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03643
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,126
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,178
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear018.68%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.25%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.47%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMay 06, 1996
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.25%
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.58%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expensesrr_AcquiredFundFeesAndExpensesOverAssets0.57%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.15%
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.15%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.00%[6]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01303
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03643
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,126
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,458
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01203
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03643
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,126
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,458
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0112.67%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.64%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.24%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateOct. 01, 1998
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Diversified Equity Composite Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.70%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.76%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear102.46%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | S&P 500 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.06%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.29%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear101.41%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 47% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate47.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 2000® Index was $22 million to $3.1 billion, as of June 27, 2011 and is expected to change frequently.

We seek to identify the least expensive small cap stocks across different sectors. To narrow the universe of possible candidates, we use a proprietary, quantitative screening process to emphasize companies exhibiting traditional value characteristics and to rank stocks within each sector based on these criteria. This valuation analysis allows us to focus our fundamental research efforts on the stocks that we believe are the most undervalued relative to their respective small cap peer group. We analyze each company's fundamental operating characteristics (such as price to earnings ratios, cash flows, company operations, including company prospects and profitability) to identify those companies that are the most promising within their peer group based on factors that have historically determined subsequent outperformance for a given sector. Fundamental research is primarily conducted through financial statement analysis and meetings with company management, however, third-party research is also used for due diligence purposes. We may sell a stock when it becomes fairly valued or when signs of fundamental deterioration appear.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +34.31%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -31.58%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.70%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.69%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.49%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.04%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.45%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01714
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear031,015
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,338
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,249
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn200112.90%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(6.46%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200343.28%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200423.27%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20059.45%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200612.96%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(13.99%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(39.60%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200944.43%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201026.62%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.70%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.70%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn34.31%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(31.58%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0119.33%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.23%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear107.52%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0119.33%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.48%)
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear106.70%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0112.57%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.02%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear106.36%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Class B
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice5.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.69%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.24%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.04%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.20%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01723
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03996
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,396
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,294
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01223
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03696
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,196
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,294
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0120.67%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.31%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear107.58%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.69%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.24%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.04%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.20%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01323
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03696
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,196
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,572
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01223
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03696
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,196
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,572
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0124.67%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.70%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear107.37%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 30, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Russell 2000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0124.50%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.52%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear108.42%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 70% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate70.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations of $3 billion or less. We may also invest in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

In selecting securities for the Fund, we conduct rigorous research to identify companies where the prospects for rapid earnings growth (Discovery phase) or significant change (Rediscovery phase) have yet to be well understood, and are therefore not reflected in the current stock price. This research includes meeting with the management of several hundred companies each year and conducting independent external research. Companies that fit into the Discovery phase are those with rapid long-term (3-5 year) earnings growth prospects. Companies that fit into the Rediscovery phase, are those that have the prospect for sharply accelerating near-term earnings (next 12-18 months), or companies selling at a meaningful discount to their underlying asset value. We may decrease certain stock holdings when their positions rise relative to the overall portfolio. We may sell a stock in its entirety when it reaches our sell target price, which is set at the time of purchase. We may also sell stocks that experience adverse fundamental news, have significant short-term price declines, or in order to provide funds for new stock purchases.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +24.39%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -28.35%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +12.09%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.64%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.44%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets none
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.44%[7]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01713
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear031,004
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,317
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,200
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20010.37%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(29.78%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200349.99%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200413.01%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20053.88%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn20069.52%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20073.19%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(44.80%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200946.47%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201034.68%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +12.09%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn12.09%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn24.39%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(28.35%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0126.94%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.01%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.71%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 30, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0126.94%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.39%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear102.77%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 30, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.86%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear102.83%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 30, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Class B
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice5.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.64%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.19%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets none
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.19%[7]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01722
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03985
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,375
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,245
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01222
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03685
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,175
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,245
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0128.72%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.10%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.78%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 30, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.64%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.19%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets none
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.19%[7]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01322
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03685
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,175
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,524
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01222
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03685
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,175
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,524
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0132.73%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.48%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.63%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 30, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear055.30%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.78%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund. You may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 16% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate16.00%
Expense Breakpoint Discounts [Text]rr_ExpenseBreakpointDiscountsYou may qualify for sales charge discounts if you and your family invest, or agree to invest in the future, at least $50,000 in the aggregate in specified classes of certain Wells Fargo Advantage Funds®. More information about these and other discounts is available from your financial professional and in "A Choice of Share Classes" and "Reductions and Waivers of Sales Charges" on pages 61 and 63 of the Prospectus and "Additional Purchase and Redemption Information" on page 65 of the Statement of Additional Information.
Expense Breakpoint, Minimum Investment Required [Amount]rr_ExpenseBreakpointMinimumInvestmentRequiredAmount50,000
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, and up to 20% of the Fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities.

We invest principally in the equity securities of foreign issuers which we believe are undervalued in the marketplace at the time of purchase and show recent positive signals, such as an appreciation in prices and increase in earnings. We consider equity securities of foreign issuers (or foreign securities) to be equity securities: (1) issued by companies with their principal place of business or principal office, or both, as determined in our reasonable discretion, in a country other than the U.S.; or (2) issued by companies for which the principal securities trading market is a country other than the U.S. We invest in the securities of companies located in at least three countries, not including the U.S. The types of securities in which we normally invest include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). We may use futures or options to manage risk or to enhance return. Factors we consider in determining undervaluation include dividend yield, earnings relative to price, cash flow relative to price and book value relative to market value. We believe that these securities have the potential to produce future returns if their future growth exceeds the market's low expectations. We use a quantitative investment model to make investment decisions for the Fund. The investment model is designed to take advantage of judgmental biases that influence the decisions of many investors, such as the tendency to develop a "mindset" about a company or to wrongly equate a good company with a good investment irrespective of price. The investment model ranks securities based on fundamental measures of value (such as the dividend yield) and indicators of near-term recovery (such as recent price appreciation). This investment strategy seeks to manage overall portfolio risk while attempting to increase the expected return.

A stock is typically sold if the model indicates a decline in its ranking or if a stock's relative portfolio weight has appreciated significantly (relative to the benchmark).

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Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Emerging Markets Risk. Foreign investment risks are typically greater for securities in emerging markets, which can be more vulnerable to recessions, currency volatility, inflation and market failure.

Foreign Currency Transactions Risk. Foreign securities are often denominated in foreign currencies. As a result, the value of a Fund's shares is affected by changes in exchange rates. A Fund may enter into foreign currency futures contracts and foreign currency exchange contracts to manage this risk.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Options Risk. An investment in options may be subject to greater fluctuation than an investment in the underlying instruments themselves. A Fund that purchases options is subject to the risk of a complete loss of premiums, while a Fund that writes options could be in a worse position than it would have been had it not written the option. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when a Fund seeks to close out an option position.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
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Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
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Calendar Year Total Returns for Class A as of 12/31 each year (Returns do not reflect sales charges and would be lower if they did)

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +30.31%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -19.83%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.48%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010 (Returns reflect applicable sales charges)

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table One Class of after Tax Shown [Text]rr_PerformanceTableOneClassOfAfterTaxShownAfter-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts. After-tax returns are shown only for the Class A shares. After-tax returns for the Class B and Class C shares will vary.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 10/31/2003

(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Class A
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice5.75%
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.85%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.69%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.54%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.04%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.50%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01719
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear031,030
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,363
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,301
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200425.73%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn200510.54%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200628.58%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20072.77%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(43.93%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200930.59%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn20107.03%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.48%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.48%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn30.31%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(19.83%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear010.87%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.48%)
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.58%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateOct. 31, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear010.47%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.89%)
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.07%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateOct. 31, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Class A | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear010.79%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.45%)
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception4.70%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateOct. 31, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Class B
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice5.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.85%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.69%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.29%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.04%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.25%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01728
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear031,012
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,422
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,346
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01228
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03712
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,222
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,346
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear011.25%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.47%)
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.66%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateApr. 08, 2005
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Class C
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice1.00%
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.85%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.75%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.69%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.29%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.04%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets2.25%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01328
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03712
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,222
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,622
Expense Example, No Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear01228
Expense Example, No Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear03712
Expense Example, No Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear051,222
Expense Example, No Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleNoRedemptionYear102,622
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear015.28%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05(0.07%)
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.64%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateApr. 08, 2005
(Equity Gateway Funds - Retail) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net) (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear013.25%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.37%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception7.52%[11]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks maximum long-term total return (current income and capital appreciation), consistent with minimizing risk to principal.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 17% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate17.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the C&B Large Cap Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently. We manage a relatively focused portfolio of 30 to 50 companies that enables us to provide adequate diversification while allowing the composition and performance of the portfolio to behave differently than the market.

We select securities for the portfolio based on an analysis of a company's financial characteristics and an assessment of the quality of a company's management. In selecting a company, we consider criteria such as return on equity, balance sheet strength, industry leadership position and cash flow projections. We further narrow the universe of acceptable investments by undertaking intensive research including interviews with a company's top management, customers and suppliers. We believe our assessment of business quality and emphasis on valuation will protect the portfolio's assets in down markets, while our insistence on strength in leadership, financial condition and cash flow position will produce competitive results in all but the most speculative markets. We regularly review the investments of the portfolio and may sell a portfolio holding when it has achieved its valuation target, there is deterioration in the underlying fundamentals of the business, or we have identified a more attractive investment opportunity.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Focused Portfolio Risk. Since the Fund tends to invest in a smaller number of stocks than do many other similar mutual funds, changes in the value of individual stocks held by the Fund may have a larger impact on the Fund's net asset value than if the Fund were more broadly invested.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003   +20.94%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -23.70%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.43%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.50%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.15%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.20%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.95%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear0197
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03346
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05614
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,380
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20016.59%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(10.89%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200333.46%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200412.56%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20050.52%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200621.91%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(1.86%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(35.93%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200928.05%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201013.68%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.43%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.43%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn20.94%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.70%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0113.68%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.22%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.82%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0113.46%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.62%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.01%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear019.19%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.79%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.88%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.26%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks to replicate the total return of the S&P 500® Index, before fees and expenses.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the ten months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 3% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate3.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Index Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the stocks compirsing the S&P 500® Index. We invest in substantially all of the common stocks comprising the S&P 500® Index and attempt to achieve at least a 95% correlation between the performance of the S&P 500® Index and the Fund's investment results, before fees and expenses. This correlation is sought regardless of market conditions. If we are unable to achieve this correlation, then we will closely monitor the performance and composition of the S&P 500® Index and adjust the Fund's securities holdings as necessary to seek the correlation.

A precise duplication of the performance of the S&P 500® Index would mean that the net asset value ("NAV") of Fund shares, including dividends and capital gains, would increase or decrease in exact proportion to changes in the S&P 500® Index. Such a 100% correlation is not feasible. Our ability to track the performance of the S&P 500® Index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions. We continuously monitor the performance and composition of the S&P 500® Index and adjust the Fund's portfolio as necessary to reflect any changes to the S&P 500® Index and to maintain a 95% or better performance correlation before fees and expenses. Furthermore, we may use futures to manage risk or to enhance return.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Index Tracking Risk. The ability to track an index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +15.89%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -22.02%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.93%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.09%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.28%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets0.37%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.12%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.25%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear0126
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear0394
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05183
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear10444
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001(12.07%)
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(22.28%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200328.02%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200410.51%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20054.64%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200615.47%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20075.22%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(37.22%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200926.25%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201014.82%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.93%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.93%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn15.89%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.02%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0114.82%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.03%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear101.13%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateFeb. 14, 1985
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0111.83%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.01%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.42%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateFeb. 14, 1985
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0113.04%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.61%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.79%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateFeb. 14, 1985
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | S&P 500 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.06%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.29%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear101.41%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 59% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate59.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that we believe have prospects for robust and sustainable growth of revenues and earnings. We define small-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations of $3 billion or less. Small-capitalization companies may include both domestic and foreign small-capitalization companies. We may also invest in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We seek small-capitalization companies that are in their emerging phase of their life cycle. We believe earnings and revenue growth relative to expectations are critical factors in determining stock price movements. Thus, our investment process is centered around finding emerging growth companies with under-appreciated prospects for robust and sustainable growth in earnings and revenue. To find that growth, we use bottom-up research, emphasizing companies whose management teams have a history of successfully executing their strategy and whose business model has sufficient profit potential. We forecast revenue and earnings revision opportunities, along with other key financial metrics to assess investment potential. We then combine that company-specific analysis with our assessment of secular and timeliness trends to form a buy/sell decision about a particular stock. We may invest in any sector and at times we may emphasize one or more particular sectors. We sell a company's securities when we see deterioration in fundamentals that leads us to become suspicious of a company's prospective growth profile or the profitability potential of its business model, as this often leads to lower valuation potential. We may also sell or trim a position when we need to raise money to fund the purchase of a better idea or when valuation is extended beyond our bullish expectations.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2010   +19.56%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -23.56%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.66%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 1/31/2007

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets2.08%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.88%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(1.68%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.20%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01122
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03733
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,370
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear103,084
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn2004 
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn2005 
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn2006 
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007 
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(47.12%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200932.82%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201031.99%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.66%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn15.66%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2010

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.56%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.56%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0131.99%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.70%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2007
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0131.99%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.62%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2007
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0120.79%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.12%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2007
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception2.96%[10]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 90% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate90.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Equity Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently.

In making investment decisions for the Fund, we apply a fundamentals-driven, company-specific analysis. As part of the analysis, we evaluate criteria such as price to earnings, price to book, and price to sales ratios, and cash flow. We also evaluatethe companies' sales and expense trends, changes in earnings estimates and market position, as well as the industry outlook. We look for catalysts that could positively, or negatively, affect prices of current and potential companies for the Fund. Additionally, we seek confirmation of earnings potential before investing in a security. We also apply a rigorous screening process to manage the portfolio's overall risk profile. We generally consider selling a stock when it has achieved its fair value, when the issuer's business fundamentals have deteriorated, or if the potential for positive change is no longer evident.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009   +19.43%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -22.00%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.04%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 8/29/2003

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.51%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.16%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.16%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.00%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01102
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03336
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05607
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,380
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200415.27%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn200510.36%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200617.49%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20078.11%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(41.15%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200924.92%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201017.12%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.04%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.04%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.43%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.00%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.12%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.81%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception6.08%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.03%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.18%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.62%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0111.24%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.37%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.17%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 29, 2003
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.70%[12]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 48% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate48.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that uses a "multi-style" equity investment approach designed to reduce the price and return volatility of the Fund and to provide more consistent returns. "Style" means either an approach to selecting investments, or a type of investment that is selected for a portfolio. Currently, the Fund's portfolio combines the different equity investment styles of several master portfolios. The investment styles of the master portfolios in which we currently invest include the large cap growth style, the large cap blend style (an index tracking style), the large cap value style, the small cap style and the international style. We may invest in additional or fewer master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities. See "Portfolio Allocation and Management" on page 45 of the Prospectus for the percentage breakdown of the Fund's assets allocated across different master portfolios.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities.

We consider the Fund's absolute level of risk, as well as its risk relative to its benchmark in determining the allocation between the different investment styles. We may make changes to the current allocations at any time in response to market and other conditions. The percentage of Fund assets that we invest in each master portfolio may temporarily deviate from the current allocations due to changes in market value. We may use cash flows or effect transactions to re-establish the allocations. In addition, certain of the master portfolios in which the Fund may invest may employ a variety of derivative instruments such as futures and options. To the extent that one or more master portfolios is invested in such derivatives, the Fund will be exposed to the risks associated with such investments.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Emerging Markets Risk. Foreign investment risks are typically greater for securities in emerging markets, which can be more vulnerable to recessions, currency volatility, inflation and market failure.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Index Tracking Risk. The ability to track an index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Multi-Style Management Risk. The management of the Fund's portfolio using different investment styles can result in higher transaction costs and lower tax efficiency than other funds which adhere to a single investment style.

Options Risk. An investment in options may be subject to greater fluctuation than an investment in the underlying instruments themselves. A Fund that purchases options is subject to the risk of a complete loss of premiums, while a Fund that writes options could be in a worse position than it would have been had it not written the option. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when a Fund seeks to close out an option position.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +16.70%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -22.56%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.45%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.25%
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.42%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expensesrr_AcquiredFundFeesAndExpensesOverAssets0.57%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.24%
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.24%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.00%[6]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01102
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03345
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05634
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,456
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001(12.46%)
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(21.96%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200329.43%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200410.76%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20056.52%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200614.21%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20075.87%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(39.19%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200928.54%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201014.83%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.45%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.45%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn16.70%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.56%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0114.83%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.65%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear101.25%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 11, 1994
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0114.69%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.33%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.14%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 11, 1994
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear019.83%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.20%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.84%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 11, 1994
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | Diversified Equity Composite Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.70%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.76%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear102.46%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Equity Fund) | S&P 500 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.06%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.29%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear101.41%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 47% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate47.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 2000® Index was $22 million to $3.1 billion, as of June 27, 2011 and is expected to change frequently.

We seek to identify the least expensive small cap stocks across different sectors. To narrow the universe of possible candidates, we use a proprietary, quantitative screening process to emphasize companies exhibiting traditional value characteristics and to rank stocks within each sector based on these criteria. This valuation analysis allows us to focus our fundamental research efforts on the stocks that we believe are the most undervalued relative to their respective small cap peer group. We analyze each company's fundamental operating characteristics (such as price to earnings ratios, cash flows, company operations, including company prospects and profitability) to identify those companies that are the most promising within their peer group based on factors that have historically determined subsequent outperformance for a given sector. Fundamental research is primarily conducted through financial statement analysis and meetings with company management, however, third-party research is also used for due diligence purposes. We may sell a stock when it becomes fairly valued or when signs of fundamental deterioration appear.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +34.35%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -31.67%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.90%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.53%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.33%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.13%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.20%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01122
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03409
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05716
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,590
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn200113.08%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(6.34%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200343.68%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200423.49%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20059.70%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200613.25%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(13.80%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(39.48%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200945.23%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201026.95%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.90%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.90%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn34.35%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(31.67%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0126.95%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.72%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear108.43%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0126.95%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.98%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear107.58%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.52%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear107.17%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2002
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Russell 2000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0124.50%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.52%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear108.42%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 70% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate70.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations of $3 billion or less. We may also invest in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

In selecting securities for the Fund, we conduct rigorous research to identify companies where the prospects for rapid earnings growth (Discovery phase) or significant change (Rediscovery phase) have yet to be well understood, and are therefore not reflected in the current stock price. This research includes meeting with the management of several hundred companies each year and conducting independent external research. Companies that fit into the Discovery phase are those with rapid long-term (3-5 year) earnings growth prospects. Companies that fit into the Rediscovery phase, are those that have the prospect for sharply accelerating near-term earnings (next 12-18 months), or companies selling at a meaningful discount to their underlying asset value. We may decrease certain stock holdings when their positions rise relative to the overall portfolio. We may sell a stock in its entirety when it reaches our sell target price, which is set at the time of purchase. We may also sell stocks that experience adverse fundamental news, have significant short-term price declines, or in order to provide funds for new stock purchases.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +24.44%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -28.32%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +12.19%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.48%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.28%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.08%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.20%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01122
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03398
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05695
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,538
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20010.62%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(29.60%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200350.36%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200413.29%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20054.13%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn20069.77%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20073.49%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(44.67%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200946.90%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201035.08%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +12.19%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn12.19%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn24.44%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(28.32%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0135.08%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear054.52%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.59%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 11, 1994
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0135.08%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.89%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.65%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 11, 1994
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0122.80%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.15%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.61%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateNov. 11, 1994
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear055.30%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.78%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 16% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate16.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, and up to 20% of the Fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities.

We invest principally in the equity securities of foreign issuers which we believe are undervalued in the marketplace at the time of purchase and show recent positive signals, such as an appreciation in prices and increase in earnings. We consider equity securities of foreign issuers (or foreign securities) to be equity securities: (1) issued by companies with their principal place of business or principal office, or both, as determined in our reasonable discretion, in a country other than the U.S.; or (2) issued by companies for which the principal securities trading market is a country other than the U.S. We invest in the securities of companies located in at least three countries, not including the U.S. The types of securities in which we normally invest include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). We may use futures or options to manage risk or to enhance return. Factors we consider in determining undervaluation include dividend yield, earnings relative to price, cash flow relative to price and book value relative to market value. We believe that these securities have the potential to produce future returns if their future growth exceeds the market's low expectations. We use a quantitative investment model to make investment decisions for the Fund. The investment model is designed to take advantage of judgmental biases that influence the decisions of many investors, such as the tendency to develop a "mindset" about a company or to wrongly equate a good company with a good investment irrespective of price. The investment model ranks securities based on fundamental measures of value (such as the dividend yield) and indicators of near-term recovery (such as recent price appreciation). This investment strategy seeks to manage overall portfolio risk while attempting to increase the expected return.

A stock is typically sold if the model indicates a decline in its ranking or if a stock's relative portfolio weight has appreciated significantly (relative to the benchmark).

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Emerging Markets Risk. Foreign investment risks are typically greater for securities in emerging markets, which can be more vulnerable to recessions, currency volatility, inflation and market failure.

Foreign Currency Transactions Risk. Foreign securities are often denominated in foreign currencies. As a result, the value of a Fund's shares is affected by changes in exchange rates. A Fund may enter into foreign currency futures contracts and foreign currency exchange contracts to manage this risk.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Options Risk. An investment in options may be subject to greater fluctuation than an investment in the underlying instruments themselves. A Fund that purchases options is subject to the risk of a complete loss of premiums, while a Fund that writes options could be in a worse position than it would have been had it not written the option. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when a Fund seeks to close out an option position.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +30.27%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -19.84%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.51%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 10/31/2003

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.85%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.53%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.38%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.13%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.25%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01127
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03424
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05743
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,646
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200425.73%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn200510.64%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200628.88%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20072.98%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(43.80%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200930.85%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn20107.33%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.51%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.51%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn30.27%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(19.84%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear017.33%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.93%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception6.64%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateApr. 08, 2005
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear016.84%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.49%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception6.08%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateApr. 08, 2005
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear015.03%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.74%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.63%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateApr. 08, 2005
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net) (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear013.25%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.37%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception7.52%[11]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Small Cap Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 58% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate58.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests in a "multi-style" approach designed to minimize the volatility and risk of investing in equity securities of small-capitalization companies. "Style" means either an approach to selecting investments, or a type of investment that is selected for a portfolio. We use several different small-capitalization equity styles in order to reduce the risk of price and return volatility associated with reliance on a single investment style. Currently, the Fund's portfolio combines the small-capitalization equity styles of several master portfolios. Small capitalization companies are defined by the individual master portfolios in which the Fund invests. We may invest in additional or fewer master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities. See "Portfolio Allocation and Management" on page 47 of the Prospectus for the percentage breakdown of the Fund's assets allocated across different master portfolios.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies.

We consider the Fund's absolute level of risk, as well as its risk relative to its benchmark in determining the allocation between the different investment styles. We may make changes to the current allocations at any time in response to market and other conditions. The percentage of Fund assets that we invest in each master portfolio may temporarily deviate from the current allocations due to changes in market value. We may use cash flows or effect transactions to re-establish the allocations. In addition, certain of the master portfolios in which the Fund may invest may employ a variety of derivative instruments such as options. To the extent that one or more master portfolios is invested in such derivatives, the Fund will be exposed to the risks associated with such investments.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Options Risk. An investment in options may be subject to greater fluctuation than an investment in the underlying instruments themselves. A Fund that purchases options is subject to the risk of a complete loss of premiums, while a Fund that writes options could be in a worse position than it would have been had it not written the option. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when a Fund seeks to close out an option position.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddress Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Administrator Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +22.79%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -26.62%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.83%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Small Cap Fund) | Administrator Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.25%
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.43%
Acquired Fund Fees and Expensesrr_AcquiredFundFeesAndExpensesOverAssets0.75%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.43%
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.43%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.00%[9]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01102
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03410
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05741
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,676
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20012.08%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(14.55%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200343.93%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200419.11%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20056.74%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200613.20%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(0.79%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(37.90%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200932.56%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201027.35%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.83%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.83%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn22.79%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(26.62%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0127.35%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.32%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear106.51%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateDec. 31, 1997
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Small Cap Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0127.34%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.24%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear105.59%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateDec. 31, 1997
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Small Cap Fund) | Administrator Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.79%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.48%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear105.41%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateDec. 31, 1997
(Equity Gateway Funds - Administrator) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Diversified Small Cap Fund) | Russell 2000® Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0126.85%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear054.47%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear106.33%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks maximum long-term total return (current income and capital appreciation), consistent with minimizing risk to principal.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 17% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate17.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the C&B Large Cap Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently. We manage a relatively focused portfolio of 30 to 50 companies that enables us to provide adequate diversification while allowing the composition and performance of the portfolio to behave differently than the market.

We select securities for the portfolio based on an analysis of a company's financial characteristics and an assessment of the quality of a company's management. In selecting a company, we consider criteria such as return on equity, balance sheet strength, industry leadership position and cash flow projections. We further narrow the universe of acceptable investments by undertaking intensive research including interviews with a company's top management, customers and suppliers. We believe our assessment of business quality and emphasis on valuation will protect the portfolio's assets in down markets, while our insistence on strength in leadership, financial condition and cash flow position will produce competitive results in all but the most speculative markets. We regularly review the investments of the portfolio and may sell a portfolio holding when it has achieved its valuation target, there is deterioration in the underlying fundamentals of the business, or we have identified a more attractive investment opportunity.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Focused Portfolio Risk. Since the Fund tends to invest in a smaller number of stocks than do many other similar mutual funds, changes in the value of individual stocks held by the Fund may have a larger impact on the Fund's net asset value than if the Fund were more broadly invested.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Institutional Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003   +20.94%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -23.59%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.41%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Institutional Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.23%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets0.88%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.18%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.70%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear0172
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03263
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05470
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,068
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20016.59%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(10.89%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200333.46%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200412.76%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20050.93%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200622.09%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(1.60%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(35.63%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200928.03%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201014.28%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.41%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.41%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn20.94%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.59%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0114.28%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.50%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear105.02%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0114.00%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.86%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.19%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear019.65%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.02%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.06%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 26, 2004
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.26%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 59% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate59.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that we believe have prospects for robust and sustainable growth of revenues and earnings. We define small-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations of $3 billion or less. Small-capitalization companies may include both domestic and foreign small-capitalization companies. We may also invest in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We seek small-capitalization companies that are in their emerging phase of their life cycle. We believe earnings and revenue growth relative to expectations are critical factors in determining stock price movements. Thus, our investment process is centered around finding emerging growth companies with under-appreciated prospects for robust and sustainable growth in earnings and revenue. To find that growth, we use bottom-up research, emphasizing companies whose management teams have a history of successfully executing their strategy and whose business model has sufficient profit potential. We forecast revenue and earnings revision opportunities, along with other key financial metrics to assess investment potential. We then combine that company-specific analysis with our assessment of secular and timeliness trends to form a buy/sell decision about a particular stock. We may invest in any sector and at times we may emphasize one or more particular sectors. We sell a company's securities when we see deterioration in fundamentals that leads us to become suspicious of a company's prospective growth profile or the profitability potential of its business model, as this often leads to lower valuation potential. We may also sell or trim a position when we need to raise money to fund the purchase of a better idea or when valuation is extended beyond our bullish expectations.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Institutional Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +19.66%

Lowest Quarter:  1st Quarter 2008   -23.52%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.81%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 1/31/2007

(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Institutional Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets1.81%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets2.61%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(1.71%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.90%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear0192
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03648
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,232
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear102,817
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn2004 
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn2005 
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn2006 
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007 
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(47.04%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200933.08%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201032.45%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.81%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn15.81%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.66%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 1st Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.52%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0132.45%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.88%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0132.45%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.80%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0121.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.28%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception2.96%[10]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

[1]
Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 90% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate90.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Equity Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently.

In making investment decisions for the Fund, we apply a fundamentals-driven, company-specific analysis. As part of the analysis, we evaluate criteria such as price to earnings, price to book, and price to sales ratios, and cash flow. We also evaluatethe companies' sales and expense trends, changes in earnings estimates and market position, as well as the industry outlook. We look for catalysts that could positively, or negatively, affect prices of current and potential companies for the Fund. Additionally, we seek confirmation of earnings potential before investing in a security. We also apply a rigorous screening process to manage the portfolio's overall risk profile. We generally consider selling a stock when it has achieved its fair value, when the issuer's business fundamentals have deteriorated, or if the potential for positive change is no longer evident.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Institutional Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009   +19.43%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -21.90%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.20%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 8/29/2003

(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Institutional Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.24%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets0.89%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.14%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.75%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear0177
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03255
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05465
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,070
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200415.27%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn200510.36%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200617.56%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20078.35%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(40.98%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200925.11%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201017.34%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.20%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.20%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.43%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(21.90%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.34%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.99%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception6.22%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 31, 2006
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.21%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.33%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.73%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 31, 2006
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0111.45%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.52%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.28%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 31, 2006
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.70%[12]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 47% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate47.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 2000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 2000® Index was $22 million to $3.1 billion, as of June 27, 2011 and is expected to change frequently.

We seek to identify the least expensive small cap stocks across different sectors. To narrow the universe of possible candidates, we use a proprietary, quantitative screening process to emphasize companies exhibiting traditional value characteristics and to rank stocks within each sector based on these criteria. This valuation analysis allows us to focus our fundamental research efforts on the stocks that we believe are the most undervalued relative to their respective small cap peer group. We analyze each company's fundamental operating characteristics (such as price to earnings ratios, cash flows, company operations, including company prospects and profitability) to identify those companies that are the most promising within their peer group based on factors that have historically determined subsequent outperformance for a given sector. Fundamental research is primarily conducted through financial statement analysis and meetings with company management, however, third-party research is also used for due diligence purposes. We may sell a stock when it becomes fairly valued or when signs of fundamental deterioration appear.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Institutional Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +34.35%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -31.67%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.97%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Institutional Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.26%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.06%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.06%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.00%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01102
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03331
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05579
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,289
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn200113.08%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(6.34%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200343.68%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200423.49%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20059.70%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200613.25%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(13.80%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(39.48%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200945.23%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201027.05%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.97%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.97%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn34.35%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(31.67%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0127.05%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.74%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear108.43%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 30, 2010
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0127.05%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.99%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear107.59%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 30, 2010
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.58%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.29%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear107.18%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 30, 2010
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Value Fund) | Russell 2000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0124.50%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.52%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear108.42%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 70% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate70.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Small Company Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations of $3 billion or less. We may also invest in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

In selecting securities for the Fund, we conduct rigorous research to identify companies where the prospects for rapid earnings growth (Discovery phase) or significant change (Rediscovery phase) have yet to be well understood, and are therefore not reflected in the current stock price. This research includes meeting with the management of several hundred companies each year and conducting independent external research. Companies that fit into the Discovery phase are those with rapid long-term (3-5 year) earnings growth prospects. Companies that fit into the Rediscovery phase, are those that have the prospect for sharply accelerating near-term earnings (next 12-18 months), or companies selling at a meaningful discount to their underlying asset value. We may decrease certain stock holdings when their positions rise relative to the overall portfolio. We may sell a stock in its entirety when it reaches our sell target price, which is set at the time of purchase. We may also sell stocks that experience adverse fundamental news, have significant short-term price declines, or in order to provide funds for new stock purchases.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Institutional Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +24.54%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -28.29%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +12.35%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Institutional Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.21%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.01%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.06%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.95%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear0197
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03316
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05552
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,231
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20010.62%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(29.60%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200350.36%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200413.29%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20054.13%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn20069.77%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20073.49%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(44.59%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200947.20%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201035.36%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +12.35%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn12.35%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn24.54%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(28.29%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0135.36%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear054.64%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.65%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0135.36%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.01%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.71%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0122.98%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear053.25%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.66%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMar. 31, 2008
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Small Company Growth Fund) | Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear055.30%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.78%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 16% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate16.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the International Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of foreign issuers, and up to 20% of the Fund's total assets in emerging market equity securities.

We invest principally in the equity securities of foreign issuers which we believe are undervalued in the marketplace at the time of purchase and show recent positive signals, such as an appreciation in prices and increase in earnings. We consider equity securities of foreign issuers (or foreign securities) to be equity securities: (1) issued by companies with their principal place of business or principal office, or both, as determined in our reasonable discretion, in a country other than the U.S.; or (2) issued by companies for which the principal securities trading market is a country other than the U.S. We invest in the securities of companies located in at least three countries, not including the U.S. The types of securities in which we normally invest include common stock, preferred stock, rights, warrants and American Depositary Receipts (ADRs). We may use futures or options to manage risk or to enhance return. Factors we consider in determining undervaluation include dividend yield, earnings relative to price, cash flow relative to price and book value relative to market value. We believe that these securities have the potential to produce future returns if their future growth exceeds the market's low expectations. We use a quantitative investment model to make investment decisions for the Fund. The investment model is designed to take advantage of judgmental biases that influence the decisions of many investors, such as the tendency to develop a "mindset" about a company or to wrongly equate a good company with a good investment irrespective of price. The investment model ranks securities based on fundamental measures of value (such as the dividend yield) and indicators of near-term recovery (such as recent price appreciation). This investment strategy seeks to manage overall portfolio risk while attempting to increase the expected return.

A stock is typically sold if the model indicates a decline in its ranking or if a stock's relative portfolio weight has appreciated significantly (relative to the benchmark).

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Emerging Markets Risk. Foreign investment risks are typically greater for securities in emerging markets, which can be more vulnerable to recessions, currency volatility, inflation and market failure.

Foreign Currency Transactions Risk. Foreign securities are often denominated in foreign currencies. As a result, the value of a Fund's shares is affected by changes in exchange rates. A Fund may enter into foreign currency futures contracts and foreign currency exchange contracts to manage this risk.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Options Risk. An investment in options may be subject to greater fluctuation than an investment in the underlying instruments themselves. A Fund that purchases options is subject to the risk of a complete loss of premiums, while a Fund that writes options could be in a worse position than it would have been had it not written the option. There can be no assurance that a liquid market will exist when a Fund seeks to close out an option position.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Institutional Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +30.36%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -19.75%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.66%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 10/31/2003

(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Institutional Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.85%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.26%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.11%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.06%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.05%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01107
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03347
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05606
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,346
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200425.73%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn200510.64%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200628.95%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20073.23%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(43.70%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200931.09%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn20107.53%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.66%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.66%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn30.36%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(19.75%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear017.53%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.10%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception6.77%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 31, 2006
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear016.94%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.63%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception6.18%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 31, 2006
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | Institutional Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear015.22%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.88%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.73%[11]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 31, 2006
(Equity Gateway Funds - Institutional) | (Wells Fargo Advantage International Value Fund) | MSCI EAFE Value Index (Net) (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear013.25%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.37%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception7.52%[11]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks maximum long-term total return (current income and capital appreciation), consistent with minimizing risk to principal.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 17% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate17.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the C&B Large Cap Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently. We manage a relatively focused portfolio of 30 to 50 companies that enables us to provide adequate diversification while allowing the composition and performance of the portfolio to behave differently than the market.

We select securities for the portfolio based on an analysis of a company's financial characteristics and an assessment of the quality of a company's management. In selecting a company, we consider criteria such as return on equity, balance sheet strength, industry leadership position and cash flow projections. We further narrow the universe of acceptable investments by undertaking intensive research including interviews with a company's top management, customers and suppliers. We believe our assessment of business quality and emphasis on valuation will protect the portfolio's assets in down markets, while our insistence on strength in leadership, financial condition and cash flow position will produce competitive results in all but the most speculative markets. We regularly review the investments of the portfolio and may sell a portfolio holding when it has achieved its valuation target, there is deterioration in the underlying fundamentals of the business, or we have identified a more attractive investment opportunity.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Focused Portfolio Risk. Since the Fund tends to invest in a smaller number of stocks than do many other similar mutual funds, changes in the value of individual stocks held by the Fund may have a larger impact on the Fund's net asset value than if the Fund were more broadly invested.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Investor Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003   +20.94%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -23.67%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.30%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Investor Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.73%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.38%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.18%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.20%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01122
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03419
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05738
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,642
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn20016.59%
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(10.89%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200333.46%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200412.50%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20050.30%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200621.56%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007(2.11%)
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(36.01%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200927.46%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201013.73%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.30%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.30%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2003

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn20.94%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.67%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0113.73%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.99%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear104.67%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMay 15, 1990
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Investor Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0113.56%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.44%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.90%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMay 15, 1990
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Investor Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear019.14%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.61%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.76%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateMay 15, 1990
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage C&B Large Cap Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear103.26%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks to replicate the total return of the S&P 500® Index, before fees and expenses.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the ten months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 3% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate3.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Index Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in a diversified portfolio of equity securities designed to replicate the holdings and weightings of the stocks compirsing the S&P 500® Index. We invest in substantially all of the common stocks comprising the S&P 500® Index and attempt to achieve at least a 95% correlation between the performance of the S&P 500® Index and the Fund's investment results, before fees and expenses. This correlation is sought regardless of market conditions. If we are unable to achieve this correlation, then we will closely monitor the performance and composition of the S&P 500® Index and adjust the Fund's securities holdings as necessary to seek the correlation.

A precise duplication of the performance of the S&P 500® Index would mean that the net asset value ("NAV") of Fund shares, including dividends and capital gains, would increase or decrease in exact proportion to changes in the S&P 500® Index. Such a 100% correlation is not feasible. Our ability to track the performance of the S&P 500® Index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions. We continuously monitor the performance and composition of the S&P 500® Index and adjust the Fund's portfolio as necessary to reflect any changes to the S&P 500® Index and to maintain a 95% or better performance correlation before fees and expenses. Furthermore, we may use futures to manage risk or to enhance return.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Counter-Party Risk. A Fund may incur a loss if the other party to an investment contract, such as a derivative or a repurchase or reverse repurchase agreement, fails to fulfill its contractual obligation to the Fund.

Derivatives Risk. The use of derivatives such as futures, options and swap agreements, can lead to losses, including those magnified by leverage, particularly when derivatives are used to enhance return rather than offset risk.

Futures Risk. Because the futures utilized by a Fund are standardized and exchange-traded, where the exchange serves as the ultimate counterparty for all contracts, the primary credit risk on futures contracts is the creditworthiness of the exchange itself. Futures are also subject to market risk, interest rate risk (in the case of futures contracts relating to income producing securities) and index tracking risk (in the case of stock index futures).

Index Tracking Risk. The ability to track an index may be affected by, among other things, transaction costs and shareholder purchases and redemptions.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Leverage Risk. Leverage created by borrowing or certain investments, such as derivatives and reverse repurchase agreements, can diminish the Fund's performance and increase the volatility of the Fund's net asset value.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Investor Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009   +15.83%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -22.06%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.82%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Investor Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.09%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.66%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets0.75%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.30%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets0.45%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear0146
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03178
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05356
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear10872
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001(12.25%)
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002(22.44%)
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn200327.77%
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200410.29%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn20054.43%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200615.24%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20075.01%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(37.34%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200925.99%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201014.39%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +5.82%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn5.82%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 2nd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn15.83%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.06%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0114.39%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.79%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.91%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 16, 2010
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Investor Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0111.42%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear050.77%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.20%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 16, 2010
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | Investor Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0112.74%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.41%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear100.60%
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJul. 16, 2010
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Index Fund) | S&P 500 Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.06%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear052.29%
10 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear101.41%
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

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Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 59% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate59.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Emerging Growth Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of small-capitalization companies and up to 25% of the Fund's total assets in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We invest principally in equity securities of small-capitalization companies that we believe have prospects for robust and sustainable growth of revenues and earnings. We define small-capitalization companies as those with market capitalizations of $3 billion or less. Small-capitalization companies may include both domestic and foreign small-capitalization companies. We may also invest in equity securities of foreign issuers through ADRs and similar investments.

We seek small-capitalization companies that are in their emerging phase of their life cycle. We believe earnings and revenue growth relative to expectations are critical factors in determining stock price movements. Thus, our investment process is centered around finding emerging growth companies with under-appreciated prospects for robust and sustainable growth in earnings and revenue. To find that growth, we use bottom-up research, emphasizing companies whose management teams have a history of successfully executing their strategy and whose business model has sufficient profit potential. We forecast revenue and earnings revision opportunities, along with other key financial metrics to assess investment potential. We then combine that company-specific analysis with our assessment of secular and timeliness trends to form a buy/sell decision about a particular stock. We may invest in any sector and at times we may emphasize one or more particular sectors. We sell a company's securities when we see deterioration in fundamentals that leads us to become suspicious of a company's prospective growth profile or the profitability potential of its business model, as this often leads to lower valuation potential. We may also sell or trim a position when we need to raise money to fund the purchase of a better idea or when valuation is extended beyond our bullish expectations.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Foreign Investment Risk. Foreign investments face the potential of heightened illiquidity, greater price volatility and adverse effects of political, regulatory, tax, currency, economic or other macroeconomic developments.

Growth Style Investment Risk. Growth stocks may be more expensive relative to the values of other stocks and carry potential for significant volatility and loss.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Smaller Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with smaller market capitalizations tend to be more volatile and less liquid than larger company stocks.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Investor Class

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2010   +19.54%

Lowest Quarter:  1st Quarter 2008   -23.58%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.55%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

Performance Table Uses Highest Federal Raterr_PerformanceTableUsesHighestFederalRateAfter-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes.
Performance Table Not Relevant to Tax Deferredrr_PerformanceTableNotRelevantToTaxDeferredActual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.
Performance Table Closing [Text Block]rr_PerformanceTableClosingTextBlock

After-tax returns are calculated using the historical highest individual federal marginal income tax rates and do not reflect the impact of state, local or foreign taxes. Actual after-tax returns depend on an investor's tax situation and may differ from those shown, and after-tax returns shown are not relevant to tax-exempt investors or investors who hold their Fund shares through tax-deferred arrangements, such as 401(k) Plans or Individual Retirement Accounts.

Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 1/31/2007

(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Investor Class
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.80%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets none
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets2.31%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets3.11%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(1.67%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.44%[8]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01147
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03803
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear051,484
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear103,304
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn2004 
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn2005 
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn2006 
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn2007 
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(47.24%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200932.36%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201031.78%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +15.55%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn15.55%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2010

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.54%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 1st Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(23.58%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0131.78%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.44%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2007
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Investor Class | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0131.78%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception3.36%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2007
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Investor Class | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0120.66%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception2.90%[10]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateJan. 31, 2007
(Equity Gateway Funds - Investor) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Emerging Growth Fund) | Russell 2000® Growth Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0129.09%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear05 
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception2.96%[10]
(Equity Gateway Funds - Class R) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Objective [Heading]rr_ObjectiveHeading

Investment Objective

Objective, Primary [Text Block]rr_ObjectivePrimaryTextBlock

The Fund seeks long-term capital appreciation.

Expense [Heading]rr_ExpenseHeading

Fees and Expenses

Expense Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseNarrativeTextBlock

These tables are intended to help you understand the various costs and expenses you will pay if you buy and hold shares of the Fund.

Shareholder Fees Caption [Text]rr_ShareholderFeesCaption

Shareholder Fees (fees paid directly from your investment)

Operating Expenses Caption [Text]rr_OperatingExpensesCaption

Annual Fund Operating Expenses (expenses that you pay each year as a percentage of the value of your investment)

[1]
Portfolio Turnover [Heading]rr_PortfolioTurnoverHeading

Portfolio Turnover

Portfolio Turnover [Text Block]rr_PortfolioTurnoverTextBlock

The Fund pays transaction costs, such as commissions, when it buys and sells securities (or "turns over" its portfolio). A higher portfolio turnover rate may indicate higher transaction costs and may result in higher taxes when Fund shares are held in a taxable account. These costs, which are not reflected in annual fund operating expenses or in the example, affect the Fund's performance. For the eight months ended May 31, 2011, the Fund's portfolio turnover rate was 90% of the average value of its portfolio.

Portfolio Turnover, Raterr_PortfolioTurnoverRate90.00%
Expense Example [Heading]rr_ExpenseExampleHeading

Example of Expenses

Expense Example Narrative [Text Block]rr_ExpenseExampleNarrativeTextBlock

The example below is intended to help you compare the costs of investing in the Fund with the costs of investing in other mutual funds. The example assumes a $10,000 initial investment, 5% annual total return, and that operating expenses remain the same as in the tables above. The example also assumes that the Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver shown above will only be in place for the length of the current waiver commitment. Although your actual costs may be higher or lower, based on these assumptions your costs would be:

Strategy [Heading]rr_StrategyHeading

Principal Investment Strategies

Strategy Narrative [Text Block]rr_StrategyNarrativeTextBlock

The Fund is a gateway fund that invests substantially all of its assets in the Equity Value Portfolio, a master portfolio with a substantially identical investment objective and substantially similar investment strategies. We may invest in additional master portfolios, in other Wells Fargo Advantage Funds, or directly in a portfolio of securities.

Under normal circumstances, we invest at least 80% of the Fund's net assets in equity securities of large-capitalization companies.

We invest principally in equity securities of large-capitalization companies, which we define as companies with market capitalizations within the range of the Russell 1000® Index. The market capitalization range of the Russell 1000® Index was $526 million to $384 billion, as of June 27, 2011, and is expected to change frequently.

In making investment decisions for the Fund, we apply a fundamentals-driven, company-specific analysis. As part of the analysis, we evaluate criteria such as price to earnings, price to book, and price to sales ratios, and cash flow. We also evaluatethe companies' sales and expense trends, changes in earnings estimates and market position, as well as the industry outlook. We look for catalysts that could positively, or negatively, affect prices of current and potential companies for the Fund. Additionally, we seek confirmation of earnings potential before investing in a security. We also apply a rigorous screening process to manage the portfolio's overall risk profile. We generally consider selling a stock when it has achieved its fair value, when the issuer's business fundamentals have deteriorated, or if the potential for positive change is no longer evident.

Risk [Heading]rr_RiskHeading

Principal Investment Risks

Risk Narrative [Text Block]rr_RiskNarrativeTextBlock

An investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.

Issuer Risk. The value of a security may decline because of adverse events or circumstances that directly relate to conditions at the issuer or any entity providing it credit or liquidity support.

Larger Company Securities Risk. Securities of companies with larger market capitalizations may underperform securities of companies with smaller and mid-sized market capitalizations in certain economic environments.

Liquidity Risk. A security may not be able to be sold at the time desired or without adversely affecting the price.

Management Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.

Market Risk. The market price of securities owned by the Fund may rapidly or unpredictably decline due to factors affecting securities markets generally or particular industries.

Regulatory Risk. Changes in government regulations may adversely affect the value of a security. An insufficiently regulated industry or market might also permit inappropriate practices that adversely affect an investment.

Value Style Investment Risk. Value stocks may lose value and may be subject to prolonged depressed valuations.

Risk Lose Money [Text]rr_RiskLoseMoneyManagement Risk. There is no guarantee of the Fund's performance or that the Fund will meet its objective. The market value of your investment may decline and you may suffer investment loss.
Risk Not Insured Depository Institution [Text]rr_RiskNotInsuredDepositoryInstitutionAn investment in the Fund is not a deposit of Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. or its affiliates and is not insured or guaranteed by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation or any other governmental agency.
Bar Chart and Performance Table [Heading]rr_BarChartAndPerformanceTableHeading

Performance

Performance Narrative [Text Block]rr_PerformanceNarrativeTextBlock

The following information provides some indication of the risks of investing in the Fund by showing changes in the Fund's performance from year to year. The Fund's average annual total returns are compared to the performance of an appropriate broad-based index(es). Past performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results. Current month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.

Performance Availability Website Address [Text]rr_PerformanceAvailabilityWebSiteAddressCurrent month-end performance is available on the Fund's Web site at wellsfargo.com/advantagefunds.
Performance Past Does Not Indicate Future [Text]rr_PerformancePastDoesNotIndicateFuturePast performance before and after taxes is no guarantee of future results.
Bar Chart [Heading]rr_BarChartHeading

Calendar Year Total Returns as of 12/31 each year Class R

Bar Chart Closing [Text Block]rr_BarChartClosingTextBlock

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009   +19.43%

Lowest Quarter:  4th Quarter 2008   -22.00%

Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.04%

Performance Table Headingrr_PerformanceTableHeading

Average Annual Total Returns for the periods ended 12/31/2010

[2]
Columnrr_AverageAnnualReturnColumnName

Performance Since 8/29/2003

(Equity Gateway Funds - Class R) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class R
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
Maximum sales charge (load) imposed on purchases (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumSalesChargeImposedOnPurchasesOverOfferingPrice none
Maximum deferred sales charge (load) (as a percentage of offering price)rr_MaximumDeferredSalesChargeOverOfferingPrice none
Management Feesrr_ManagementFeesOverAssets0.65%[4]
Distribution (12b-1) Feesrr_DistributionAndService12b1FeesOverAssets0.25%
Other Expensesrr_OtherExpensesOverAssets0.67%
Total Annual Fund Operating Expensesrr_ExpensesOverAssets1.57%[3]
Fee Waiversrr_FeeWaiverOrReimbursementOverAssets(0.08%)
Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiverrr_NetExpensesOverAssets1.49%[5]
Expense Example, with Redemption, 1 Yearrr_ExpenseExampleYear01152
Expense Example, with Redemption, 3 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear03480
Expense Example, with Redemption, 5 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear05840
Expense Example, with Redemption, 10 Yearsrr_ExpenseExampleYear101,853
Annual Return 2001rr_AnnualReturn2001 
Annual Return 2002rr_AnnualReturn2002 
Annual Return 2003rr_AnnualReturn2003 
Annual Return 2004rr_AnnualReturn200415.27%
Annual Return 2005rr_AnnualReturn200510.36%
Annual Return 2006rr_AnnualReturn200617.49%
Annual Return 2007rr_AnnualReturn20078.11%
Annual Return 2008rr_AnnualReturn2008(41.15%)
Annual Return 2009rr_AnnualReturn200924.92%
Annual Return 2010rr_AnnualReturn201017.12%
Year to Date Return, Labelrr_YearToDateReturnLabel Year-to-date total return as of 6/30/2011 is +6.04%
Bar Chart, Year to Date Return, Daterr_BarChartYearToDateReturnDateJun. 30, 2011
Bar Chart, Year to Date Returnrr_BarChartYearToDateReturn6.04%
Highest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_HighestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Highest Quarter: 3rd Quarter 2009

Highest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartHighestQuarterlyReturn19.43%
Lowest Quarterly Return, Labelrr_LowestQuarterlyReturnLabel

Lowest Quarter: 4th Quarter 2008

Lowest Quarterly Returnrr_BarChartLowestQuarterlyReturn(22.00%)
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.12%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.81%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception6.08%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 26, 2011
(Equity Gateway Funds - Class R) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class R | (after taxes on distributions)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0117.03%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.18%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.62%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 26, 2011
(Equity Gateway Funds - Class R) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Class R | (after taxes on distributions and the sale of Fund Shares)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0111.24%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.37%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.17%[12]
Inception Date of Share Classrr_AverageAnnualReturnInceptionDateAug. 26, 2011
(Equity Gateway Funds - Class R) | (Wells Fargo Advantage Equity Value Fund) | Russell 1000® Value Index (reflects no deduction for fees, expenses, or taxes)
 
Risk/Return:rr_RiskReturnAbstract 
1 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear0115.51%
5 Yearrr_AverageAnnualReturnYear051.28%
Since Inceptionrr_AverageAnnualReturnSinceInception5.70%[12]
[1] Expenses have been adjusted as necessary from amounts incurred during the Fund's most recent fiscal year to reflect current fees and expenses.
[2] Historical performance shown for the Class R shares prior to their inception reflects the performance of the Administrator Class shares, and is not adjusted to reflect Class R expenses. If these expenses had been included, returns for Class R would be lower. The Administrator Class annual returns are substantially similar to what the Class R annual returns would be because the Administrator Class and Class R shares are invested in the same portfolio and their returns differ only to the extent that they do not have the same expenses.
[3] Includes gross expenses allocated from the master portfolio in which the Fund invests.
[4] Reflects the fees charged by Funds Management for providing investment advisory services to the master portfolio in which the Fund invests substantially all of its assets.
[5] The Adviser has committed through July 18, 2013, to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent necessary to cap the Fund's Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver, including the underlying master portfolio's fees and expenses, and excluding certain other expenses at the amounts shown above. After this time, the cap may be changed or the commitment to maintain the cap may be terminated only with the approval of the Board of Trustees.
[6] The Adviser has committed through July 18, 2013, to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent necessary to cap the Fund's Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver, including the underlying master portfolios' fees and expenses, and excluding certain other expenses at the amounts shown above. After this time, the cap may be changed or the commitment to maintain the cap may be terminated only with the approval of the Board of Trustees.
[7] The Adviser has committed through September 30, 2012, to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent necessary to cap the Fund's Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver, including the underlying master portfolio's fees and expenses, and excluding certain other expenses at 1.45% for Class A, 2.20% for Class B, and 2.20% for Class C. After this time, the cap may be changed or the commitment to maintain the cap may be terminated only with the approval of the Board of Trustees.
[8] The Adviser has committed through September 30, 2012, to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent necessary to cap the Fund's Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver, including the underlying master portfolio's fees and expenses, and excluding certain other expenses at the amounts shown above. After this time, the cap may be changed or the commitment to maintain the cap may be terminated only with the approval of the Board of Trustees.
[9] The Adviser has committed through September 30, 2012, to waive fees and/or reimburse expenses to the extent necessary to cap the Fund's Total Annual Fund Operating Expenses After Fee Waiver, including the underlying master portfolios' fees and expenses, and excluding certain other expenses at the amounts shown above. After this time, the cap may be changed or the commitment to maintain the cap may be terminated only with the approval of the Board of Trustees.
[10]Performance Since 1/31/2007
[11]Performance Since 10/31/2003
[12]Performance Since 8/29/2003