This guide shows how to download and install the packaged version of CARLA. The package includes the CARLA server and two options for the client library. There are additional assets that can be downloaded and imported into the package. Advanced customization and development options that require use of the Unreal Engine editor are not available but these can be accessed by using the build version of CARLA for either [Windows](build_windows.md) or [Linux](build_linux.md).
* __An adequate GPU.__ CARLA aims for realistic simulations, so the server needs at least a 6 GB GPU although we would recommend 8 GB. A dedicated GPU is highly recommended for machine learning.
* __Disk space.__ CARLA will use about 20 GB of space.
* __Python.__ [Python]((https://www.python.org/downloads/)) is the main scripting language in CARLA. CARLA supports Python 2.7 and Python 3 on Linux, and Python 3 on Windows.
* __Pip.__ Some installation methods of the CARLA client library require __pip__ or __pip3__ (depending on your Python version) version 20.3 or higher. To check your __pip__ version:
* __Two TCP ports and good internet connection.__ 2000 and 2001 by default. Make sure that these ports are not blocked by firewalls or any other applications.
To install CARLA versions prior to 0.9.10, change to a previous version of the documentation using the panel in the bottom right corner of the window, and follow the old instructions.
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This repository contains different versions of CARLA. You will find options to download the __current release__ with all the most recent fixes and features, __previous releases__ and a __nightly build__ with all the developmental fixes and features (the nightly build is the most unstable version of CARLA).
The package is a compressed file named __CARLA_version.number__. Download and extract the release file. It contains a precompiled version of the simulator, the Python API module and some scripts to be used as examples.
Each release has it's own additional package of extra assets and maps. This additional package includes the maps __Town06__ and __Town07__. These are stored separately to reduce the size of the build, so they can only be imported after the main package has been installed.
Previous versions of CARLA did not require the Python library to be installed, they came with an `.egg` file that was ready to use out of the box. __CARLA versions 0.9.12+ change this behavior significantly; there are several options available to install the client library.__ If you are using a version of CARLA prior to 0.9.12, please select that version in the bottom right corner of the screen to see the relevant documentation. Otherwise, read on below about the available options in CARLA 0.9.12+.
### CARLA 0.9.12+
There are several options available to install and use the CARLA client library:
- __.egg__ file
- __.whl__ file
- __Downloadable Python package__
Read more below about the requirements and limitations of each method before deciding which one to use. Please note that mixing the different methods can lead to incompatibilities, so use virtual environments when possible or [uninstall](build_faq.md#how-do-i-uninstall-the-carla-client-library) a previously installed library before using a new one.
>__A. .egg files__
>>CARLA provides `.egg` files in `PythonAPI/carla/dist/` for different Python versions that are ready to use out of the box. Each of the example scripts in `PythonAPI/examples` includes a [code snippet](build_system.md#versions-prior-to-0912) that looks for this file automatically. In Linux, you may need to add this file to your `PYTHONPATH`. Read more about `.egg` files in CARLA [here](build_faq.md#importerror-no-module-named-carla).
>>__If you have previously installed the client library with `pip`, this will take precedence over the `.egg` file__. You will need to [uninstall](build_faq.md#how-do-i-uninstall-the-carla-client-library) the previous library first.
>__B. .whl files__
>>CARLA provides `.whl` files for different Python versions. You will need to install the `.whl` file. The `.whl` file is found in `PythonAPI/carla/dist/`. There is one file per supported Python version, indicated by the file name (e.g., carla-0.9.12-__cp36__-cp36m-manylinux_2_27_x86_64.whl indicates Python 3.6).
>>__It is recommended to install the CARLA client library in a virtual environment to avoid conflicts when working with multiple versions.__
>>To install the CARLA client library, run the following command, choosing the file appropriate to your desired Python version. You will need __pip/pip3__ version 20.3 or above. See the [__Before you begin__](#before-you-begin) section for how to check the version and upgrade __pip/pip3__:
>> # Python 3
>> pip3 install <wheel-file-name>.whl
>> # Python 2
>> pip install <wheel-file-name>.whl
>>If you previously installed the client library, you should [uninstall](build_faq.md#how-do-i-uninstall-the-carla-client-library) the old one before installing the new one.
>__C. Downloadable Python package__
>>The CARLA client library can be downloaded from [PyPi](https://pypi.org/project/carla/). This library is compatible with Python versions 2.7, 3.6, 3.7, and 3.8. To install it you will need __pip/pip3__ version 20.3 or above. See the [__Before you begin__](#before-you-begin) section for how to check the version and upgrade __pip/pip3__.
>>__It is recommended to install the CARLA client library in a virtual environment to avoid conflicts when working with multiple versions.__
>>To install the client library from PyPi, run the following command:
>> # Python 3
>> pip3 install carla
>> # Python 2
>> pip install carla
>>The PyPi download is suitable for use with CARLA packages only (i.e., not with a version built from source). Since the PyPi download __only contains the client library__, it is most useful in situations where you will be communicating with a remote CARLA server where you do not require downloading a full CARLA package.
A window containing a view over the city will pop up. This is the _spectator view_. To fly around the city use the mouse and `WASD` keys, holding down the right mouse button to control the direction.
This is the server simulator which is now running and waiting for a client to connect and interact with the world. You can try some of the example scripts to spawn life into the city and drive a car:
*`-carla-rpc-port=N` Listen for client connections at port `N`. Streaming port is set to `N+1` by default.
*`-carla-streaming-port=N` Specify the port for sensor data streaming. Use 0 to get a random unused port. The second port will be automatically set to `N+1`.
*`-quality-level={Low,Epic}` Change graphics quality level. Find out more in [rendering options](adv_rendering_options.md).
* __[List of Unreal Engine 4 command-line arguments][ue4clilink].__ There are a lot of options provided by Unreal Engine however not all of these are available in CARLA.
There is no way to update the packaged version of CARLA. When a new version is released, the repository is updated and you will need to delete the previous version and install the new version.
By now you should have a packaged version of CARLA up and running. If you came across any difficulties during the installation process, feel free to post in the [CARLA forum](https://github.com/carla-simulator/carla/discussions/) or in the [Discord](https://discord.gg/8kqACuC) channel.
The next step is to learn more about the core concepts in CARLA. Read the __First steps__ section to start learning. You can also find all the information about the Python API classes and methods in the [Python API reference](python_api.md).
