> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://help.dscout.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://help.dscout.com/usability-tests/manage-a-usability-test/launch-a-usability-test.md).
# Launch a usability test
When you’re ready to open your mission to participants, you’ll launch it from the builder.
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**Note:** In some cases, you’ll be required to have your mission reviewed by a Dscout Research Advisor before you can launch it. For more information, see the Pre-launch review section at the end of this article.
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Open your mission in the builder.
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Click **Launch** in the top right corner. A mission summary modal is displayed.
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**Note:** If the **Launch** button is purple, you have unmet requirements. You must resolve the displayed requirements in order to launch your mission.
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(If prompted) Choose whether you want to submit your mission for review or skip review and launch it. For more information, see the Pre-launch review section at the end of this article.
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Confirm the displayed summary of your mission. If anything looks off, click **Cancel** and make the necessary adjustments to your mission.
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Click **Launch mission**.
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Now, your mission is launched—congrats! You’re one step closer to getting valuable insights. For information on what happens next, see the section below.
## What happens when I launch my mission?
Launching your mission results in slightly different behavior depending on your recruitment method:
* **Auto-recruiting participants:** Launching your mission opens it to applicants in either Dscout’s Scout Panel or Partner Panels, depending on your initial selection.
* **Adding participants from screeners:** Launching your mission sends an email invitation to all participants added to your mission.
* **Inviting participants from Private Panels:** Launching your mission sends an email invitation to all participants added to your mission.
* **Inviting participants via share link:** Launching your mission activates your mission’s share link, making the mission accessible to anyone who has the share link. You’ll find your mission’s share link on the **Overview** tab of the builder.
## Pre-launch review
Some missions require a review by a Dscout Research Advisor before launch, especially for new users, lengthy missions, or missions that seem to involve PII (personally identifiable information). This helps us protect participants and also ensure easy analysis for you when your mission ends.
If a review is required, you’ll be notified after clicking the **Launch** button on your mission. Reviews typically take 1–2 business days, and the Research Advisor will leave their comments directly in your mission. Once you’ve resolved these comments, you can proceed to launching your mission.
When auto-recruiting participants, you can submit your mission for review even if one isn’t required. This lets you get a second set of eyes on your mission prior to launch.
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In the builder, click **Launch** in the top right corner. A review modal is displayed.
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Select **Submit for review**, then click **Continue**.
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Enter your **intended launch date**. This must be at least one business day from the date you’re submitting. And keep in mind that your selection here will not guarantee a faster review.
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Enter a sentence or two into the provided text box. Let our Research Advisors know about your project goals or anything you want specific feedback on.
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Click **Submit**.
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Now, a Research Advisor will review your mission in 1–2 business days and leave any comments directly on your mission. Once you’ve resolved these comments, you can proceed to launching your mission.
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