How Elements is designed to work

Elements' designers have produced an application that offers everything, from a comprehensive method of file organization (vital in such a media-rich environment) to a highly sophisticated level of editing prowess. It'll look a bit scary if you have not used this program before, but all I can say is don't let this get in the way! Elements can be used in any number of different ways, from super easy, to super complex. It's entirely up to you which path you choose—and of course, you can chop and change your editing style whenever the situation suits.
Its "official" workflow might be something like this.

With your images already transferred to a computer, install and start Elements. Start the program and from the Home Screen, click the Organizer button:

• Use the Organizer to import your media bit by bit so as not to overwhelm yourself—you can import stills, music, and even video clips.
• Sort...