| abstract |
A method of preparing a toner is provided, including: preparing a toner composition including a macromonomer having a hydrophilic group, a hydrophobic group, and at least one reactive functional group, and at least one polymerizable monomer; emulsion polymerizing the toner composition and mixing at least one material selected from the group consisting of a colorant and wax during the emulsion polymerization; and separating and drying a emulsion polymerized toner composition. A toner prepared using the method, an image forming method using the toner, and an image forming apparatus employing the toner are also provided. Using the method, polymerized toner particles are prepared through simplified process and, a colorant and wax inside the toner are dispersed easily. |