An image forming apparatus is provided, which controls an appropriate
developer amount for a desired image so that an image defect such as an
unclear font or a white area is prevented, resulting in a stable image
formation for a long term. A developer regulating member has a resistance
value varying depending on a voltage to be applied. A control device
changes over the voltage to be applied to the developer regulating member
during the image formation according to image information and changes a
potential difference between the developer carrying member and the
developer regulating member.