Can I include math formulas directly inside the word processor or do I use the math app and cut and paste it into a word processor doc? And how do I submit to Latex?
From the Menu of the Writer:
Insert - OLE object - Formula object
Mathematical formulas are described by a specific macro language. Math component role is to compose a formula written in a description dialect and to translate into the internal language which can be interpreted by Writer. Also, Math provides a graphical representation (an image) as a fallback to be used when something goes “wrong”.
You don’t copy and paste the formula object. Writer has an Insert>OLE Object>Formula Object menu command which does all the magic behind the scene: open Math, allow editing, and managing insertion when you close the Math pane (the bottom editing pane).
LO formula dialect is not LaTeX. If you want to use LaTeX, you must install an extension.
PS: to get the most relevant answers, always mention OS name, exact LO version and save format.
If somebody wants to convert ordinary strings using Math speak to Math OLE objects or the other way I think I have code on stack. Ask for it.
Personally I can only write very simple formulas without visual control, and have therefore used my code rarely.
See also my post in this thread.