Capturing

Capturing is the act of obtaining possession, control, or representation of something, often by force, skill, or mechanism. The term derives from Latin capere, to seize.

In photography and imaging, capturing refers to recording light or other electromagnetic radiation to produce an image. A camera captures scenes via a sensor; factors include exposure, focal length, and resolution.

In data processing, data capture is the collection and conversion of information from input sources into a computer system. This includes keyboard input, sensor data, and forms of screen capture (screenshots) for records and analysis, as well as real-time data acquisition in engineering.

In science and space, capture denotes binding or trapping of one object by another. Gravitational or orbital capture occurs when a body loses enough energy to become bound to a planet; neutron capture and photon capture are nuclear and atomic processes that add particles or energy to a system.

In law enforcement and military contexts, capture means taking a person or vessel into custody, typically vetted through due process, as opposed to voluntary surrender.

In games and sports, capture is a central objective in which one side gains and retains a target, such as capturing a flag or territory, often with defined rules and constraints.

In ecology and biology, animals capture prey using various strategies; researchers may capture individuals for study, tagging, or relocation, subject to ethical guidelines.