摘要 |
PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED: To provide a digital printing apparatus which enables removal of a liquid toner residue on a developing roller.SOLUTION: A digital printing method comprises transporting liquid toner comprising imaging particles, which are charged and are caked and compacted on a first member 101, in a transport direction of the first member. The method further comprises: loosening the compacted and caked imaging particles by rubbing using a rubbing portion that is pressed against the first member and that at least partially contains or absorbs the liquid toner while being pressed against the first member; and scraping off the loosened and decaked imaging particles by using a scraper 108 downstream of an area of contact between the first member and the rubbing portion. |