How to Fix “List Index Out Of Bounds” Error in Windows 10

“List Index Out Of Bounds” is an error message that appears on your screen due to outdated applications or temporary files created by specific applications. It can prevent you from using your favorite application. In this article, we will show you all possible solutions to fix this issue.

Delete System Mechanic Files

Follow these steps:

1. Launch the File Explorer and go to “C:\ProgramData\iolo.”
2. This directory is hidden by default, so you need to display it.
3. When you enter the directory, locate “Status.xml” and “Smgthints.xml” files to delete them.
4. According to several users, the message, “List index out of bounds” appears on the device when you run System Mechanic.
5. This error is caused due to specific System Mechanic files being corrupted. To fix the issue, you have to find and delete those files from your computer.

Delete Temporary Files

Follow these steps:

1. Open the Run command prompt as “Admin.”
2. In the Run search tab, type “%temp%” and tap “Enter” or click “OK.”
3. Select and delete the File.
4. Now hit the Windows + R buttons again to open Run. Type “TEMP” in the search field and hit the “Enter” button.
5. Now select and delete the files again.

Update the Application to Latest Version

Glitches and bugs in apps can cause this error. One of the easiest and best solutions to fix this issue is to update your application. Update the concerned application to the latest version and then check for improvements.

Rename Skype Directory

Several users reported that they are getting the error: “List index out of bounds,” while using Skype. It appears on your device when files are corrupted, and you may fix this issue by changing the name of the Skype directory.

1. Close the “Skype” application on your computer.
2. Tap the Windows + R button and then type “%appdata%” in the search field. Tap the “Enter” button.
3. Find the “Skype” directory and rename it to “skype.old.”
4. After the above steps, open Skype again and check if the problem is resolved.

Run Clean Boot

Here are the steps to follow:

1. Tap Windows + R hotkey, type “MSConfig” and click on OK.
2. After that, the system configuration menu will appear on your screen. Move to the “Service” button and select “Hide all Microsoft services” features.
3. Now select the “Disable all” option.
4. Navigate to the “Startup” button and select “open Task Manager.”
5. In the Task Manager, you can see a startup application list. Right-tap on the first application and select “Disable” from the drop-down menu.
6. When you disable the entire application, come back to the “System configuration” page. Select “Apply” and hit “OK” to save your changes.
7. Now restart your computer, and check for improvements.

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