AI Writing: 30 Prompts to Make Your Content Sound Less AI-Generated!

Reduce the "AI tone" in your writing with these 30 tested prompts. Improve flow, clarity, and engagement for more natural-sounding content.

When using AI for writing, many people encounter a common issue: AI-generated text often feels rigid and mechanical.

For example, AI tends to use phrases like "first," "second," "then," and "finally." It also repeats itself, becoming verbose and offering obvious but unhelpful statements. Many people refer to this as the "AI tone."

Once published online, such content often gets criticized as clearly AI-written.

There are two ways to fix this:

First, after the AI generates the text, you can edit it to smooth out the stiff expressions and add more personal touches.

Another way is by using specific prompts to guide the AI. Sometimes, adding a simple prompt at the end of your command can improve the quality and reduce the AI tone significantly.

Today, I'll share 30 tested prompts to help reduce the AI tone in your writing.

Feel free to bookmark them and try them out the next time you write.

1. Use simple and clear words.

2. Write in everyday conversational language.

3. Avoid overly complex sentence structures.

4. Keep sentences short and impactful.

5. Include common speech habits and expressions.

6. Introduce specific examples to support your points.

7. Ensure smooth transitions between sentences.

8. Avoid overly formal language.

9. Stick to a straightforward tone.

10. Write in a relaxed, easy-going style.

11. Avoid using rare or specialized terms.

12. Use concrete descriptions instead of abstract ideas.

13. Cut redundant or repetitive phrases.

14. Keep each paragraph's main idea clear.

15. Use a question-and-answer format for interaction.

16. Add humor to engage readers.

17. Avoid robotic language patterns.

18. Aim for emotional resonance in the text.

19. Use rhetorical devices to enhance expression.

20. Use clear comparisons or contrasts.

21. Avoid obscure metaphors or analogies.

22. Maintain coherence between paragraphs.

23. Use a friendly tone to build trust.

24. Avoid overly formal language; keep it approachable.

25. Vary sentence structures for interest.

26. Make the copy memorable and engaging.

27. Leave out unnecessary details.

28. Use modern expressions and vocabulary.

29. Emphasize emotions to connect with the reader.

30. End with a strong conclusion that leaves an impression.

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