Troubleshoot Loading Screen Not Appearing or Crashing

Verify Mod Installation

Confirm the mod file is in .minecraft/mods/ and that it's compatible with your Minecraft version. Check the mod's documentation for version requirements.

Check Configuration Syntax

Open the config file and look for formatting errors:

• Missing colons or commas
• Incorrect file paths
• Typos in setting names

Even small errors can prevent the mod from loading. Use a text editor that highlights syntax issues.

Review Conflicting Mods

Other mods that modify the loading screen or startup process may conflict. Try launching with only the Animated Loading Screen mod enabled to isolate the issue.

Clear Cache and Restart

Delete the mod's cache folder (usually in .minecraft/config/) and restart the launcher. This forces the mod to regenerate its files.

Check Logs

Review the latest log file in .minecraft/logs/ for error messages related to the mod. Error messages often indicate what's wrong—missing files, incompatible versions, or syntax issues.

Reinstall if Necessary

If problems persist, remove the mod and config folder completely, then reinstall fresh.