I wouldn't try using an Advance field for this. You'd be better off using a
frame or text box with position set to Bottom Relative to Margin.

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> I am trying to place some text at the bottom of the page
> (without using paragaph format) - is the advance field
> code with the \y switch code something I would use and if
> so how do I use it. I understand how to use the down and
> up switch code but I need help with this one. Thanks.
> Lisa