[Feature Request] Option to Hide Speed Dial Until Hovering Over It

[theunknow08]

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Description
Currently, in Opera GX, the Speed Dial tiles are always visible on the start page, which can cover the background wallpaper. I suggest adding an option to hide the Speed Dial by default and only show it when the mouse hovers over the area.

Why is this useful?
Better Aesthetics – Many users enjoy customizing their browser with unique wallpapers, but Speed Dial tiles cover them.

More Customization – Giving users the option to toggle this behavior improves flexibility.

Minimalist UI – Helps users who prefer a clean interface while still keeping Speed Dial accessible when needed.

Suggested Implementation
Add a toggle in Settings > Start Page > Speed Dial Visibility

Enable "Show Speed Dial on hover" as an option

Apply a smooth fade-in effect when the user moves the cursor over the Speed Dial area

This would be a small but impactful quality-of-life improvement for Opera GX users who appreciate a sleek, customizable UI.

Additional Notes
If this isn't possible as a built-in feature, perhaps allowing custom CSS in the settings would also be a viable alternative.