Make Tech Easier published a tutorial about using SSH X-forwarding to run remote apps.

How to Use SSH X-forwarding to Run Remote Apps

There are times when it is just quicker, easier or even necessary to use a graphical application, and there are also times when you may be away from the computer that has your crucial applications installed. Whatever the scenario, Linux and other operating systems running an X server have the ability to forward a graphical application through SSH. Following a few simple steps, you can run a remote application in all of its full graphical glory.

How to Use SSH X-forwarding to Run Remote Apps