1. A method of performing an image capture operation by an imaging device, the method comprising: receiving at least one media sheet against an image capture window of the imaging device; detecting whether a lid for covering the image capture window is closed; capturing an image of the at least one media sheet in the image capture window in response to detecting a closed lid; receiving a start signal indicative of a user request to start an image capture operation after capturing the image; and sending a final image based upon the captured image to a destination.