Recently, artificial intelligence (AI)-generated images have been growing in popularity. These images are being created so perfectly that it is becoming increasingly challenging to distinguish them from real images. But it often has subtle flaws.
Anyone can identify whether an image is AI generated by paying attention to specific elements such as texture, consistency, body parts, and the overall perfection of the image. Additionally, tools such as reverse image search and Google Bird can help uncover the authenticity of these images.
Reverse image search
The easiest and most effective way to identify an AI-generated image is to use reverse image search. Upload images or links to tools like Google Reverse Image Search, TinyEye, or Google Bird to search for similar images across the web.
If the image is AI-generated, multiple versions or instances of the image may be found. Which may appear with slight variations, or no match at all. This may indicate that the image is synthetic or recently created and not widely shared.
the texture
Textures play an important role in AI-generated image recognition. AI systems are particularly old or less advanced. Often complex textures such as skin, hair, and fabric cause problems with rendering correctly. These texture anomalies should be seen when examining an image.
For example, AI-generated tools may appear unusually smooth, jagged or overly detailed in some areas, while lacking detail in others. Similarly, skin textures may appear too smooth, plastic-like, or have an unusual uniformity, which does not match real human skin.
Continuity
Continuity across different elements of the image is another important factor. AI-generated images often have minor inconsistencies. For example, image lighting may not be consistent across objects or subjects. Another common discrepancy is in reflection or refraction, which is how light interacts with a surface such as water, glass, or metal.
body part
AI systems often face challenges when creating realistic body parts. Body parts, especially hands, eyes and ears, are common areas where AI-generated images can be inaccurate.
Attention to detailing
Another effective way to identify AI-generated images is to focus on fine details. AI-generated images are generally randomer than original images and may lack perfections. For example, backgrounds may look too bland, or patterns on fabrics or walls may look too uniform.
Beware of the ‘perfect’ picture
AI-generated images often strive to be perfect. But this can be a weapon of identification. In fact, perfect symmetry, flawless skin and ideal proportions are extremely rare in real life. A picture that looks too perfect can also be a sign of identification.
