SEGMENT REPORTING - Summary of property and equipment additions and total assets by reportable segment (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands |
3 Months Ended | 12 Months Ended |
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Jul. 31, 2026 |
Apr. 30, 2026 |
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| Total property and equipment addtions | $ 3,529 | $ 16,196 |
| Total Assets | 1,176,514 | 1,052,342 |
| Immersion | ||
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| Total property and equipment addtions | 0 | 0 |
| Total Assets | 230,015 | 210,850 |
| Barnes & Noble Education | ||
| Segment Reporting [Line Items] | ||
| Total property and equipment addtions | 3,529 | 16,196 |
| Total Assets | $ 946,499 | $ 841,492 |
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