The growing craze for smartphones has made many big names to dive in this industry. Alcatel has been entertaining people by its feature phones and high-end smartphones for many years. The company has got a huge range of devices that you can opt for. Unlike Android or iphone devices, Alcatel develops its phones in Android, Windows and also FireFox system. If you have got Alcatel made smartphone with you, then I would recommend you to continue reading this post, as I am going to teach the best possible ways to take screenshot on your much-loved device. Who knows you may feel the need of taking screenshot sooner or later? Knowing the methods to do it will be a big plus in your knowledge base.
Different methods of taking screenshot on Alcatel phones
There are different ways to take a screenshot on your Alcatel phone. So, use the one which suits your phone.
Approach 1: Capture screenshot using Movements and gestures
- Go to Setups > Gestures on Alcatel phone
- Now enable the Special motion technique to catch screenshot on your phone.
- Now just follow the gesture that you simply made it possible for to capture screenshot on your gadget.
Approach 2: Capture screenshot using default way ( using buttons)
- Go to the display that you want to capture.
- When on it, press the Volume Down and Power buttons at the same time for 2 secs.
- After that you can check out your gallery to locate the screenshots you took previously.
Approach 3: Capture screenshots with third-party apps
When any of your approaches does not work, or could not discover the screenshot toggle (some Alcatel phones may not provide this feature), you could attempt the third-party apps.
How to take Screenshot on Alcatel Phones Running Android 4.0 and Above
If you have Alcatel phone that runs Android 4.0 or any higher version of Android, then you will be pleased to know that things are damn easy for you. Taking screenshot requires you to follow the below steps.
- Go to the whatever screen you want to capture.
- When on it, press the Volume Down and Power buttons together. Keep them pressed for a second or two.
- You will hear the sound of pic capturing. This ensures that the pic of the screen has been clicked successfully.
- Go to the Gallery of your device to open the just-taken screenshot.
How to take Screenshot on Non-Rooted Alcatel Phones
For (Non-Rooted) Alcatel Phones Running Android 2.3 and Below
If you are having old smartphone with you, then chances are high that the above method is not meant for you, as the Android 2.3 and below versions do not support it. No need to worry, as things can still be done. If you have non-rooted device with you, then there is app called No Root Screenshot It. Just head over to Google Play to download this app and to start taking screenshot. It’s paid app, so be ready to lighten your pocket.
Related: How to screenshot on Huawei phones
How to take Screenshot on Rooted Alcatel Phones
For Rooted Alcatel Phones Running Android 2.3 and Below
If you are interested in paying for the aforementioned app, then just root your Alcatel Android device. You can find out the method to do so easily on the web. For rooted devices, there are many apps to take screenshot. The best is app with name Screenshot. It’s free app, so download it and start taking screenshot right away.
How to take Screenshot on Alcatel Phones Running Firefox OS
Firefox OS is in the competition too. Alcatel has got the smartphones that run this new mobile OS. If you have such a device with you, then below given are the steps you need to follow to take screenshot.
- When on the intended screen, just press home button and power button at the same time.
- You will soon get notification regarding the successful capture of screen.
- Go to the Gallery app to open this newly taken screenshot.
So, it was the list of methods to take screenshot on Alcatel phones. Just choose the method that suits you the most and implement it.
The best 3 screenshot apps for Alcatel phones.
Screenshot App
This app helps us to take screenshot on any Alcatel phone. Install this app from Google Play Store. This app allows you to preview the screenshot, add mosaic and texts to it.The interface is so simple, any one can use very easliy.
How to screenshot with this app:
Press and hold “Power + Volume down” all at a time for a moment till a flash is blinking along the edges.
The screenshot will be saved to the “Screenshots” folder in the “Gallery” app.
Screenshot Easy App
Screenshot Easy is the free app that enables you to take screenshots on your tablet, phone or other Android device the easy way. Use this app you can take screenshot,edit and share them directly.
How to take screenshot on your device:
- Hold ‘Power button’ and ‘Volume-down button’ for a moment.
- Click Notification icon.
- Shake your device to Screenshot
- Long click search hardware button to capture.
- Custom shortcut for screen capturing.
- Get Screenshots from Widget.
No Root Screenshot It App( This APP that doesn’t require root)
It is an application that lets you take screenshots of your phone. This application works on ALL phones. Root is NOT required. This application is for those users who need to take screenshots, but don’t have root access to their phones.
Depending on your mobile phone you can follow the below step:
- Install a free desktop app on your Windows or Mac.
- Once installed, you must run the desktop app with your phone connected to your computer.
- Now screenshots on your phone is enabled
- After the above step is done.
- Disconnect your phone from the desktop and now you can take screenshots whenever you need.
- Every time you restart your phone,you have to connect to your computer and run the desktop app again.
If you restart your phone frequently, this app may not be for you, as it may prove to be too inconvenient.
