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# CaptureRequest

> Request object for capturing authorized payments

The `CaptureRequest` object is used to capture funds from a previously authorized payment.

## Properties

| Field           | Type      | Required | Description                                                                                                                                                                    |
| :-------------- | :-------- | :------: | :----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| `captureAmount` | `integer` |     ❌    | Amount to capture in the smallest currency unit<br />**Notes:** Minimum value: 1, If omitted full authorization amount is captured, Cannot exceed originally authorized amount |

## Usage

<Note>
  **Full Capture**: Omit the `captureAmount` field to capture the entire authorized amount.

  **Partial Capture**: Include `captureAmount` to capture a specific amount.
</Note>

## Example - Full Capture

```json theme={null}
{}
```

## Example - Partial Capture

```json theme={null}
{
  "captureAmount": 750
}
```

## Business Rules

* Capture can only be performed on authorized payments
* Capture amount cannot exceed the authorized amount
* Multiple partial captures are allowed until the full amount is captured
* Once captured, funds are transferred to the merchant