I prefer it that way vs I prefer it this way

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I prefer it that way' is used when referring to something in the past or at a distance, while 'I prefer it this way' is used when referring to something in the present or nearby.

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I prefer it that way

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to something in the past or at a distance.

This phrase is used to express a preference for the way something was done or arranged in the past or at a distance.

Examples:

I prefer it that way because it worked well for us last time.
She prefers it that way because it reminds her of her childhood home.

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Although the other is that I prefer it that way because I have all of you.
Personally I prefer it that way, but I am also very glad that I had a more stringent training as a start.
Actually, I prefer it that way.
And I prefer it that way.
Sometimes, I prefer it that way.
I prefer it that way, as you should know.
And I prefer it that way.
No, I prefer it that way.
Selfishly, I prefer it that way.
And I prefer it that way.
I prefer it that way.

Alternatives:

I preferred it that way
I used to prefer it that way
I like it that way
That's the way I prefer it
That's how I like it

I prefer it this way

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to something in the present or nearby.

This phrase is used to express a preference for the way something is currently done or arranged, or when referring to something nearby.

Examples:

I prefer it this way because it's more convenient for me.
He prefers it this way because it's easier to access.

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I think I prefer it this way.
I think I prefer it this way.
I prefer it this way.
I prefer it, this way I don't get hooked.
No, I prefer it that way.
And I prefer it that way.
Thank you, but I prefer it my way.
I prefer it that way, as you should know.
Only you prefer it this way.
Although the other is that I prefer it that way because I have all of you.
Selfishly, I prefer it that way.
It's not usually that exciting around here, which is the way I prefer it.
They're comfortable for now, and I prefer it stay that way.
They're comfortable for now, and I prefer it stay that way.
You know, I actually think I prefer him this way.
You do. I prefer you this way.
You know, I actually think I prefer him this way.
You know, I prefer her better this way.
Maybe you just think you prefer it this way 'cause it's what you're used to.
It's what I intended for you in the end... but since you prefer it this way, you muckrake, I'll be humoring you.

Alternatives:

I like it this way
This is how I prefer it
This is the way I like it
I would rather have it this way
I would choose it this way

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I prefer it that way vs I prefer it this way