Frequently Asked Quetions

1. Does the application work on S60 3rd FP2 or S60 5th Edition?

The application has not been tested on those platforms yet. Most probably, it doesn't work.

 

2. Do you have a plan to release a new version of Screenshot app?

Not at the moment. There are some changes in Symbian Signed procedure that makes it difficult for freeware/open source applications to get signed. It's just simply too expensive for me to get signing at this point. However, you are more thatn welcome to download the source code and modify it.

 

3. Can I distribute Screenshot for Symbian OS?

Screenshot for Symbian OS is distributed under GPL (General Public License). It means you can distribute the application as long as you don't change the license. Although not required, a link to my web site would be very appreciated. :)

 

4. How do I capture screenshots?

You can use the shortcut to capture screenshot. In the old version (pre v3.x), the default shortcut is <Edit>+<OK>. In the new version (v3.x), the default shortcut is the Camera key.

Note that not all devices might support the shortcut keys. There are simply too many devices out there that I cannot test the application on every single devices.

 

5. What is the <Edit> key?

The <Edit> key is sometimes called <Shift> key or <Pencil> key. Some newer S60 devices do not have this key any more. If your device does not have <Edit> key, please use another shortcut, such as <#>+<*>.

 

6.Why Camera key does not capture screenshot on N82 and N95 European version (and possibly some other models)?

If your camera has lens cover, then you need to open it; otherwise the Camera key won't be detected by Screenshot application. Unfortunately, it is the way S60 works. Alternatively, you can also choose other shortcuts.

 

7. Can I use this application on S60 5th Edition, such as Nokia 5800?

Currently Nokia S60 5th Edition is not supported yet. The problem is that I don't this device yet; so I couldn't do development and testing yet.

 

8. How can I install the unsigned version?

Symbian OS v9 requires application to be signed before it can be installed to the device. You can sign it using Symbian Signed. Go to http://www.symbiansigned.com, and select Open Signed Online. You need the IMEI number of your device and a valid email address. When the system asks for capabilities, just select all of them.

 

9. Why don't you charge money for this application?

Simple answer, I want to contribute my knowledge to the Symbian OS community. However, if you would like to give donation to the development of Screenshot for Symbian OS, I would really appreciate it. Use the link below to give your donation.

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