Abstract: A background-running image capture method and image capture apparatus, the background-running image capture method including setting up a background-running image capture mode, and, on the basis of the background-running image capture mode, controlling the activation, operation, and closing of a camera module in the background. The entire image capture process is automatically implemented, and the camera module runs in the background, so the current display interface is not occupied and the user can view, edit, and share captured photographs and videos in real-time, and can also use other applications or functions, saving effort for the user. In addition, in the background-running image capture process, the camera module is activated and closed by various policies, preventing the camera module from continuing to run in the background and thereby cause unnecessary energy loss, thus reducing power consumption and saving energy.

Abstract: An image capture method and apparatus, comprising the steps: activating a camera module and entering a background-running image capture mode; in the background running image capture mode, controlling the operation of the camera module in the background; and, when the camera module is running in the background, receiving an image capture command and executing same.