Additionally, if you are using Python in Linux from the Lumerical CAD/GUI, it requires you to have a Gnome or Mate terminal, and you can run directly from the terminal (without CAD/GUI). Please check it if you have it installed.
For more information to run Python API scrips please check: https://optics.ansys.com/hc/en-us/articles/5771091294739
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