How to Spot AI-Generated Text and Images
No single clue proves content is AI-generated. Combining several signals and checking sources works better.
Signs in text
Look for patterns, not proof.
- Generic wording with few specifics.
- Repetitive structure.
- Confident but unsourced claims.
Signs in images
Check hands, text, reflections and background details for odd shapes.
Detectors are unreliable
Detection tools produce false positives and negatives, so do not accuse anyone based on one score.
Verify the source
Check provenance.
- Reverse image search.
- Look for original reporting.
- Check the publisher.
Key takeaway: Verify the source and context instead of trusting a detector score.
