A Practical AI Image Artifact Checklist
A short, repeatable review catches defects before they reach a product page.
Large images can look excellent at a glance while hiding defects in the details. Use the same AI image artifact checklist for every candidate so quality does not depend on mood.
First pass: composition
At the intended card size, identify the subject and action in a second. Check that important parts are not clipped and that the focal point survives reduction. If the image is a map, trace the useful area. If it is a product, confirm the whole object is visible.
Second pass: construction
At 100%, inspect eyes, fingers, joints, straps, handles, rooflines, stairs, and contact points. Follow each connected part to its endpoint. Look for duplicated limbs, fused props, false reflections, implausible shadows, and repeated background objects. Treat pseudo-text as a defect unless it is intentionally abstract.
Third pass: series and export
Compare the image to its companions for palette, camera, identity, and scale. Verify the exported file opens, has the expected dimensions, and matches the preview. If a defect is visible, repair or regenerate the affected image. Do not conceal it behind a tiny collage tile, heavy grain, or a convenient crop. Keep a record of which originals passed review.