v3.24.3
Form N-1A Cover
Sep. 30, 2024
Prospectus [Line Items]  
Document Type 485BPOS
Amendment Flag false
Registrant Name SMALLCAP WORLD FUND, INC.
Entity Central Index Key 0000858744
Entity Investment Company Type N-1A
Document Period End Date Sep. 30, 2024
Prospectus Date Dec. 01, 2024