> does not function like any other speed dial out there

Yes, exactly. You need to add the folders you want to see in the settings by pressing the cog in the top right, or create a folder called "Speed Dial" and put your speed dial bookmarks there.

Admittedly I could have added some more instructions but consider that I made this extension for myself, my friends and family.

Please next time along with the negative review, also open an issue in the issue tracker so that I can see it and fix whatever isn't working.