It has flexible image-capture options and versatile delivery features. When the application is launched, the Quick Start screen lets you quickly open or create a file, acquire an image from a scanner or digital camera, and more. A Hints palette provides context-sensitive illustrations and tips that explain how to use Elements' tools. The Recipes palette interactively shows you how to perform a variety of multi-step tasks, such as adding gradient effects, yet still gives you full control throughout each task. The File Browser lets you find photos simply by viewing thumbnails.
Elements sports a variety of color correction and image retouching tools.
The Red Eye Brush Tool lets you remove the red eyes that result from camera flashes. Levels and other controls enhance color and dynamic range without sacrificing picture detail. In Elements, which has the color management engine from Photoshop 6.0, Color Cast Correction provides numeric and slider-bar adjustment controls over the entire color range. You can get accurate color when outputting to a desktop printer, but the color settings dialog is pretty simply and straightforward. Plus, Elements software can correct common photography problems caused by improper lighting with just a few mouse clicks.