Clarification on AI Declaration for Vector Submissions (4 Gray-Area Cases)

Hi all,

I'm a vector contributor seeking clarification on the

"Created using generative AI tools" declaration policy.

My understanding: declaration is required only when content is generated

with generative AI tools (Firefly, Midjourney, etc.).

Could moderators or experienced contributors confirm the following 4 cases?

1. Generate a raster with Midjourney/Firefly → Image Trace in Illustrator

→ submit as vector. Declaration required?

2. Use AI-generated raster as visual reference only → manually redraw

the vector by hand in Illustrator. Declaration required?

3. Use a self-written JSX script to procedurally generate patterns/shapes

(no generative AI model involved). I assume declaration is NOT required —

is that correct?

4. Use Illustrator's built-in AI features (Text to Vector, Generative

Recolor, Remix, etc.). Declaration required?

I want to comply strictly with the guidelines, so any clarification —

especially from @MatHayward or other moderators — would be greatly

appreciated.

Thanks!