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Control Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated Mar 24, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#scenes#smart-home#lighting#openhue#hue
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npx skills add https://github.com/1thirteeng3/greenmoire --skill openhue-1thirteeng3
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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/1thirteeng3/greenmoire/tree/main/integrations/hermes-agent/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/1thirteeng3/greenmoire --skill openhue-1thirteeng3

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Controlling Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes often requires a separate app or manual interactions. OpenHue CLI enables quick, scriptable control from the command line, reducing setup time and enabling automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLI control of lights, rooms, and scenes: turn on/off, adjust brightness, color, and temperature.
  • Automation-ready: integrate with cron jobs or scripts to run routines on schedules.
  • Pairing and reliability: requires pressing the Hue Bridge button for initial pairing and works on the same local network.

Quick Start

Install the OpenHue CLI, pair it with your Hue Bridge on the same network, and start controlling lights, rooms, and scenes.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Philips Hue lights from the terminal?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights from the terminal by installing the OpenHue CLI, pairing it with your Hue Bridge on the same local network, and executing commands to turn lights on or off.

Can I automate smart-home lighting routines using the command line?▼

Yes, you can automate smart-home lighting routines by integrating the OpenHue CLI with cron jobs or scripts, allowing you to schedule tasks like adjusting brightness, color, and activating scenes automatically.

How do I pair the OpenHue CLI with my Hue Bridge?▼

To pair the OpenHue CLI with your Hue Bridge, ensure your machine is on the same local network as the bridge, run the CLI pairing command, and press the physical button on the Hue Bridge to authenticate.

Do I need a Hue Bridge to use command line lighting control?▼

The OpenHue CLI requires the OpenHue tool installed, network connectivity to your local Hue system, and physical access to the Hue Bridge for initial pairing by pressing its button.

Why does my CLI tool fail to find my Hue lights on the network?▼

If your CLI tool fails to find your Hue lights, ensure your machine has network connectivity to the local network where the Hue Bridge resides, as the tool cannot communicate with the Hue system remotely.

What lighting features can I adjust from the command line?▼

Through the CLI, you can control Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes by turning them on or off, adjusting brightness, and changing color and temperature settings.

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