The way we create content has evolved, with AI copy being a big part of the process. By default, ChatGPT’s content sounds very “ChatGPT”—and by that, I mean it sounds like it was written by an AI.
With Google focusing on ‘high-quality content’ and increasing their AI detection, SEOs are under pressure to ensure their AI-generated text doesn’t get flagged and stop their content from ranking.
As a result, people are searching for ways to convert AI-generated content into human-sounding text. You might have come across ‘free AI to human text converters’ online. But guess what they use? AI! You’re essentially asking an AI to rewrite AI-written content as a human, which isn’t going to happen.
This guide will provide you with practical, actionable strategies to humanise ChatGPT content into an authentic, human-sounding piece of copy that speaks to your audience and meets search engine quality standards.
What is ‘Humanised Content’?
Humanised content is AI-generated text that has been edited to sound more natural, authentic, and relatable – as if it were written by a human. It’s the bridge between efficient AI-powered content creation and the warmth and distinction of human writing.
So, you’ve asked ChatGPT to write a blog post, and it’s given you something that screams, “I’m AI-generated!” This is a common issue that many people face when using AI tools. The output often lacks the natural flow and personal touch that human written content typically has.
You might notice some telltale signs like:
- Overly formal language
- Repetitive phrases
- Lack of personal anecdotes
- Too many generic examples
- Inaccurate statistics and data
These are dead giveaways that your content isn’t human-written.
Humanised content aims to eliminate these telltale signs. It incorporates elements of human writing, like conversational tone, personal insights, and relatable examples. The goal is to create content that engages readers on a more personal level while still leveraging the efficiency and consistency of AI-generated text.
How can I get ChatGPT to sound less like an AI?
There’s a really simple way to prevent ChatGPT from repeating obvious words and phrases: custom instructions!
Custom instructions are like a set of rules you give ChatGPT to follow. They help shape its responses and make them more aligned with what you want.
Here’s some good news: we’ve created a set of custom instructions that we like to call our ‘ChatGPT Cheatsheet’, and you can download it for free. These are specifically designed to make ChatGPT’s writing sound more natural.
Here’s how you can use custom instructions:
- Find the little blue circle in the top right corner of ChatGPT and go to ‘Customize ChatGPT’
- In the top box, give it some context like brand voice, target audience, what your business does or what you sell
- In the second box, copy and paste our custom instructions and tweak them to suit your writing style
- Click save!
By doing this, you’re essentially teaching ChatGPT to write more like a person would. It’ll still do the heavy lifting of content creation, but the output will sound much more natural.
Remember, the goal isn’t to have ChatGPT write everything for you. It’s about using it as a tool to improve your writing process. With the right custom instructions, you can get the best of both worlds: the efficiency of AI and the authenticity of human writing.
Is it possible humanise ChatGPT content?
Yes! Here’s our favourite method to humanise AI content:
1. Create a Document of Previous Samples
Gather at least three writing samples. These can be your own blog posts, articles from your favourite websites, or any content that captures the tone you’re after. The subject of these samples doesn’t matter – we’re focusing on style, not content.
2. Upload these writing samples to your ChatGPT chat.
Click on the paper clip to attach these to the chat (make sure they are in PDF format). Then, add the AI-produced content back into the message.
3. Use This Prompt
Here’s the prompt to use:
“Rewrite this blog post using the writing style used in the files I have uploaded. Do not change any of the information in the blog post, just the writing style.”
This prompt is your key to transforming AI-generated content into something that sounds more like you. It tells ChatGPT to take the information it’s already generated and rewrite it in the style of your uploaded samples.
Why does this work so well? Because you’re essentially teaching ChatGPT to mimic your unique voice or the voice of writers you admire. The AI keeps all the valuable information intact but presents it in a way that feels more natural and authentic and produces human-like text.
The Result? More Human and Less Robot
By following these steps, you’ll end up with content that sounds way more like you (or your brand) and a lot less like AI. It’s a simple trick, but it works wonders in making your AI-generated content feel authentic and engaging.
Remember, the goal isn’t to trick anyone or get ChatGPT to write all your content for you – it’s to create content that resonates with your audience while saving you time and effort. So go ahead, give it a try, and watch your AI content transform from robotic to relatable.
