Document And Entity Information |
12 Months Ended |
|---|---|
Dec. 31, 2015 | |
| Document Information [Line Items] | |
| Entity Registrant Name | WALKER INNOVATION INC. |
| Entity Central Index Key | 0001294649 |
| Trading Symbol | WLKR |
| Amendment Flag | false |
| Document Type | POS AM |
| Document Period End Date | Dec. 31, 2015 |
| Entity Filer Category | Smaller Reporting Company |