AI writing tools have quickly become more and more popular. They save time by automatically producing content for blog posts or emails instantly – but there’s one potential drawback: text created using AI can sometimes sound robotic; too polished, generic or lacking that human touch.
As anyone who has used AI for writing has likely realized, AI text can often seem disjointed from real-world writing and not very human-like. With some smart revisions, however, you can make AI texts sound humane and relatable again. Here’s how.
1. First, Check for Tone and Voice
AI tools tend to use neutral, professional tones by default. While this works great for formal documents, such as resumes or research reports, this approach may lack some life when applied creatively or personally. Consider asking yourself this question: Does the tone fit?
- Whom am I writing for?
- Are my tones informal, conversational, or authoritative?
- Does this describe me, or simply represent text on a page?
For example, if AI gives you:
“This tool will assist in increasing productivity and efficiency.”
You could rewrite it as:
“If you find yourself engaged in hours-long repetition tasks, this tool could become your go-to solution.”
What makes it different? The second one gives the impression that someone is actually speaking directly to you.
2. Add Personal Touches and Stories
The lack of lived experience is often the most obvious sign of AI-written material. People naturally add examples, anecdotes, or opinions into any text document they create – even adding a short story can bring it all to life!
Instead of:
“Time management is essential to our success.” Instead: “Success requires managing our time effectively.”
Try:
“As someone new to working remotely, I found it challenging to differentiate work and leisure time. A simple timer has had a hugely positive effect on my day “
By adding personalized touches, you instantly increase readership..
3. Vary Sentence Lengths and Rhythm
Artificial Intelligence often produces perfectly balanced sentences – grammar-wise correct but too identical in expression. Human writing, on the other hand, has rhythm. Writing should be accomplished quickly and concisely, while sometimes using repetition for emphasis.
Revamp your draft by scanning it and switching up its layout:
- Shorten long sentences.
- Add transitions such as “but here’s the thing.”
- Engage readers by asking stimulating questions.
This gives the text an informal tone instead of sounding like a lecture.
4. Cut the Clichés and Fluff
AI text often includes filler phrases such as “in this fast-paced world” or “it goes without saying.” Readers see right through them.Humans tend to look past what seems obvious and focus on what truly matters.
When revising, be ruthless:
- Remove overused phrases.
- Replace vague words with specific ones.
- Ask yourself: “Would I actually say this out loud?”
If the answer is no, rewrite it.
5. Add Emotion and Personality
AI-generated text often avoids strong opinions and emotions, while humans express them openly through humor, excitement or frustration. By injecting emotion into your content you add life and relevance.
Instead of:
“Writing can often be challenging.”
Try:
“Sleepless nights spent staring blankly at a page can be torturous; yet discovering just the right words can be like finding treasure.”
Notice how the second version creates an image and evokes feeling? That’s the difference between humans and machines.
6. Read It Aloud
Read your work out loud to yourself to assess its tone and flow; any awkward or overt writing should be adjusted, while natural flow means everything is moving along smoothly. This step is vital because we “hear” language while reading.
Final Thoughts
AI writing platforms may make the writing process quicker and generate ideas faster, but to truly engage readers you must go beyond its words. By altering rhythm, adding stories and altering tone or adding personality to AI-generated texts you can transform them into authentic narratives which readers will recognize as authentic texts that resonate with them.
AI should only serve as a supplementary aid; AI can give structure, but ultimately the words must come alive on their own. People want more than something which sounds right – they want something which resonates and feels real.
