New to Premiere Elements...couple quick questions

I was using Premiere Rush for my basic video editing needs, but I didn't like that all the features weren't unlocked.  I don't do enought to justify renting it, so I saw the Elements is standalone software that's similar, and has even more features.  Decided to get it, but I'm wondering about a couple things.  First, when I launch it, it defaults to the window with all kinds of options (see attached screenshot).  Is there a way to make it launch right into the video editor and skip this initial window?

Second, is there a way to keep the 'tools' section expanded?  It collapses when I go to a different clip in my timeline, which is annoying.  Also, within the 'tools' window, there are the various adjustment options.  For example, if I go to color, it shows very basic controls where I just click on one of the small squares.  I'd prefer to use the sliders, but to get to these, I have to click "more".  Unfortunately, it doesn't seem to keep these expanded, either.  Every time I edit a new clip, I have to expand the tools, then click more to get to the advanced controls.  Seems like a lot of needless clicking.  Any way around this?

Thanks for the help!