Amount of gain (loss) recognized in settlement of litigation and insurance claims. Excludes claims within an insurance entity's normal claims settlement process.

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The amount of expense provided in the period for legal costs incurred on or before the balance sheet date pertaining to resolved, pending or threatened litigation, including arbitration and mediation proceedings.

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Amount awarded to other party in judgment or settlement of litigation.

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Accrued Liabilities, Commitments and Contingencies - Additional Information (Details) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended			9 Months Ended
	Oct. 01, 2022 USD ($)	Jul. 02, 2022 USD ($) payment	Oct. 02, 2021 USD ($)	Oct. 01, 2022 USD ($)	Oct. 02, 2021 USD ($)
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Settlement and related costs	$ 0		$ 0	$ 372	$ 0
Settlement
Loss Contingencies [Line Items]
Agreed payment		$ 360
Settlement and related costs		360
External legal fees		12
Quarterly payment		$ 45
Number of quarterly payments \| payment		8