Why does my photoshop elements look different than tutorials?

[Kimber27678101wbpw]

I have photoshop elements 2019 and when I am looking up tutorials it looks different that the ones shown. I always see a black screen and tool bar. There is usally a lot more options on the tools bar. Do I need to change something in settings or what?

[MichelBParis]

Have a look at the horizontal menu on top. Is 'Expert' mode selected?  You are probably on 'Quick' mode.

[Greg_S.]

The tutorials you are viewing are probably for the full Photoshop CC. 

Photoshop Elements does not have all of the features of Photoshop CC which is only available by subscription.

(@MichelBParis,  the OP has posted a screenshot showing they are using Expert mode.)

[MichelBParis]

The tutorials you are viewing are probably for the full Photoshop CC. 

Photoshop Elements does not have all of the features of Photoshop CC which is only available by subscription.

(@MichelBParis,  the OP has posted a screenshot showing they are using Expert mode.)

By @Greg_S.

I assumed the OP showed a screenshot from the tutorials.