Why is my writing flagging as AI-generated?

Luke Meredith

It can seem like artificial intelligence (AI) is starting to dominate more and more elements of society and culture, and that’s especially true when it comes to the internet.

Many writers and other creatives pride themselves on not relying on AI for their work. It can, therefore, be particularly frustrating when your own, original work is suspected as being created by AI.

In writing, AI content detectors have been known to flag some text as AI-generated, even when the writer has done it all themselves. There are many common features that AI content detectors search for in text, and is this blog, we’ll be listing some of these so you can tailor your writing to ensure it passes all content checks.

Repetitive phrases and patterns

AI-generated sentences, for the most part, often rely on fairly predictable sentence structures, while human-written work tends to have a more varied and spontaneous flow. If your writing is flagging as AI-generated, you may want to revisit some of your sentence structures.

Passive voice

Writing created by AI is known for using a passive, undetermined voice that can make text feel somewhat detached. If you want your writing to feel as original as possible and pass AI content checks, you may want to try using first- or second-person pronouns like “I”, “We” or “You” at suitable moments in text, ensuring your writing remains in the active voice.

Abstract, unoriginal information

AI-generated writing can feel generic in many instances, depending on the prompt it has been given to generate text. Be sure to include as much of your own unique insight and perspective as you can, as this will add to the legitimacy of your writing.

If you’re thinking about creating content for your website, our team at Engage Web can help. We know what it takes to craft engaging human-written work, and can ensure your unique knowledge of your industry is present in all text we help to create. Reach out to our team now to get started with our content experts.

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Luke Meredith

Content Editor at Engage Web

At home in both the digital sector and the world of communications, Luke thrives on deadlines and has held roles in healthcare, retail and digital marketing, gaining a sound knowledge of a wide range of sectors. He’s a massive swot as well, holding a first-class degree in BA Communication and Media, and now uses his writing skills and keen editorial eye in his role as Content Editor here. Luke helps to oversee our clients’ content requirements, while also looking after a pool of freelance writers across three continents.