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By tapping the release the bit quickly pops out and to attach a new one you just shove it in. If, like on their impact driver, you had a locking mechanism it would be more difficult to release and install the bit. I think that DeWALT’s thinking on the way the bit releases is for ease of use and quick action. The batteries have long run times and the charger is the latest 3 mode version which allows you to leave the battery in the charger all the time without damaging the battery. The higher numbers correspond almost exactly to the release pressure of my other DeWALT drills. Attaching cabinet hinges, electrical work and driving hex nuts, it works great in all applications. It has enough power to drive drywall screws in, yet small enough to get into those small places. Like others have said, when you bump it or put it in your tool belt the bit can release. When you push the sleeve back, towards the screw driver, it releases the bit. Hopefully, some day, DeWALT will act on these reviews. The problem is that there is a small spring that helps release the bit. It really doesn’t make any sense, since their impact drivers have the release mechanism going in the opposite direction. I knocked off one star due to the poor quick release design. I would like to add a note on the quick release. I own numerous cordless drills and cordless screwdrivers. At the 1 setting you can drive screws into a switch face plate without breaking the plate. Really beats the pants off of the B&D 3 volt screw drivers. In fact that is what they recommend, keep one in the charger at all times. I wouldn’t sheet rock a room but it’s great for small jobs.