Before I retired, I had a service call (computer) at one of the local courts. They refused to allow my tool kit, despite my asking how they expected...
I'd probably use my Drill Guide for this type of thing.
Lay it flat so it can be drill horizontally and clamp enough wood on both sides of the board...
I noticed the few times I trimmed laminate that anything but a smooth stroke increased the chances of chipping.
My uneducated guess would be that it...
Yep - the release isn't in the best of places.
It's only a very minor problem though. I'll just glue a piece of wood on the pad so it adds some room...