# Planning simulation with Autoware Launch GUI

This section provides a step-by-step guide on using the Autoware Launch GUI for planning simulations, offering an alternative to the command-line instructions provided in the Basic simulations section.

## Getting Started with Autoware Launch GUI

1. **Installation:** Ensure you have installed the Autoware Launch GUI. [Installation instructions](<https://github.com/autowarefoundation/autoware-launch-gui#installation>).
2. **Launching the GUI:** Open the Autoware Launch GUI from your applications menu.

## Launching a Planning Simulation

### Lane Driving Scenario

1. **Set Autoware Path:** In the GUI, set the path to your Autoware installation.
2. **Select Launch File:** Choose `planning_simulator.launch.xml` for the lane driving scenario.
3. **Customize Parameters:** Adjust parameters such as `map_path`, `vehicle_model`, and `sensor_model` as needed.
4. **Start Simulation:** Click the launch button to start the simulation.
5. **Any Scenario:** From here, you can follow the instructions in the [Planning Scenario Simulations](<../#basic-simulations>).

## Monitoring and Managing the Simulation

- **Real-Time Monitoring:** Use the GUI to monitor CPU/Memory usage and Autoware logs in real-time.
- **Profile Management:** Save your simulation profiles for quick access in future simulations.
- **Adjusting Parameters:** Easily modify simulation parameters on-the-fly through the GUI.