Did you complete the steps at http://www.opera.com/docs/plugins/installation/
i have downloaded adobe flash player from opera's extension page,
all 3 times it did not get added to extensions.
PS I am a novice any help in simple TERMS would be greatly appreciated. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE
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all other extensions installed very easy.
the other problem with opera is there help/ support sucks

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