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@nivel3 I'm not quite sure this is possible, neither in the Linux builds nor in Windows builds or otherwise. There hasn't been functionality such as that in Opera for some time, after adopting the Chromium-based backend for the browser as a whole.
It's disappointing, because this is functionality I would love restored as well, but I'm honestly not crossing my fingers for it at this point. It seems to be a niche issue, albeit a niche issue I happen to also be in said niche for.
My apologies, but I seem to be having difficulty with the Opera Addons webpage recognizing Opera GX as a valid and official Opera build to enable Addons downloads. When I visit the page, it treats it as if the user agent is a Chromium-based browser not specifically in the Opera family of products, and does not show the download button for users; only a link to download the original flavor builds of Opera. Below, I will state my current OS and system for parity's sake:
Operating System: Microsoft Windows 7-x64 Professional, Service Pack 1 (Build 6.1.7601)
Opera Version: GX LVL 1 (Core 66.0.3515.111)
System: HP Elitedesk 705 G1 Desktop Mini
Processor: AMD A10-PRO 7800B R7, Quad-core Processor (Kaveri chipset)
Installed RAM: 8 GB
Installed Opera Extensions:
I'm not sure if these details may help, but for parity's sake, I'm listing them here, as I've found it's customary to do so when reporting issues with computer programs in the past. I do enjoy the GX flavor of the Opera browser family, and I hope dearly that everything is ironed out for the major official releases. Thank you, regardless, for your time and allowing me to voice my concern and feedback!
What bugs me about Opera in Linux, in particular, is the strict adherence to a theme engine that does not support ricing the browser using the native GTK+ and DE themes. Honestly, I've never been fond of the sudden, massive push as of a few years ago to adopt a 'Metro/Material' design aesthetic on desktop or laptop Operating Systems. I want my desktop to look unified, clear, and distinct to use agnostic of any operating system, and I find the best way to do so is to use applications that adopt OS-agnostic theme engines.
I've had this problem on Windows for years now, and I'm aiming to properly switch to Linux completely. And Opera looks, well, honestly very janky with flat windows and icons when compared to my desktop applications on Ubuntu MATE. I don't see how people tolerate it, honestly.