Information about QVC's Operating Segments (Property and Equipment By Geographical Area) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions |
Dec. 31, 2019 |
Dec. 31, 2018 |
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| Property and equipment [Line Items] | ||
| Property and equipment, net | $ 1,215 | $ 1,165 |
| QxH | ||
| Property and equipment [Line Items] | ||
| Property and equipment, net | 800 | 712 |
| Germany | ||
| Property and equipment [Line Items] | ||
| Property and equipment, net | 154 | 161 |
| Japan | ||
| Property and equipment [Line Items] | ||
| Property and equipment, net | 153 | 165 |
| United Kingdom | ||
| Property and equipment [Line Items] | ||
| Property and equipment, net | 75 | 77 |
| Other countries | ||
| Property and equipment [Line Items] | ||
| Property and equipment, net | $ 33 | $ 50 |
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- Definition Amount after accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization of physical assets used in the normal conduct of business to produce goods and services and not intended for resale. Examples include, but are not limited to, land, buildings, machinery and equipment, office equipment, and furniture and fixtures. Reference 1: http://fasb.org/us-gaap/role/ref/legacyRef
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