Odex and APK clarification please

[Boston BB]

I odexed quite a few files with the understanding that doing so would improve both file space and process speed. If this is correct can I delete the APK that I have Odex for?

 

[srkmagnus]

I odexed quite a few files with the understanding that doing so would improve both file space and process speed. If this is correct can I delete the APK that I have Odex for?

Here is a good read: From the mail bag: What the heck does deodexed mean? | Android Central

If I understand, no, you won't be able to delete the .apk file.