openhue

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

4|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Clawdi-AI/openclaw --skill openhue-clawdi-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/Clawdi-AI/openclaw/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Clawdi-AI/openclaw --skill openhue-clawdi-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control their Philips Hue smart lights and scenes directly through a command-line interface, integrating smart lighting into automated workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, color, and color temperature.
  • Room Control: Manage all lights within a specific room simultaneously.
  • Scene Activation: Apply pre-defined lighting scenes like "movie mode" or "bedtime."
  • Use Case: "Set the living room lights to 50% brightness and a warm color temperature for a relaxing evening."

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the bedroom lamp to 50% brightness.

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 using a command-line interface?

The openhue CLI allows you to control Philips Hue lights by adjusting brightness, color, and temperature for individual lights or entire rooms through local network commands.

How do I activate predefined scenes for Philips Hue rooms from the CLI?

To activate predefined scenes for Philips Hue rooms from the CLI, you use the openhue skill to apply specific lighting configurations like 'movie mode' or 'bedtime' to the desired room.

Do I need a paired Hue Bridge to manage smart lights with the openhue CLI?

Yes, managing smart lights with the openhue CLI requires the 'openhue' binary installed and accessible on the local network with a paired Hue Bridge to enable programmatic control.

Can I adjust color temperature and brightness for multiple Hue lights simultaneously?

You can adjust color temperature, brightness, and color for multiple Hue lights simultaneously by managing all lights within a specific room at the same time using room control commands.

What is the best way to integrate smart lighting control into automated workflows?

The best way to integrate smart lighting control into automated workflows is using the openhue CLI to programmatically execute commands that turn lights on or off and adjust settings.