openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated Aug 23, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/clsdavid/autocrab --skill openhue-clsdavid
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/clsdavid/autocrab/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/clsdavid/autocrab --skill openhue-clsdavid

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control your Philips Hue lights and scenes directly from your command line or through an AI assistant, simplifying smart home lighting management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, color, and color temperature.
  • Scene Activation: Apply pre-configured scenes to set the mood.
  • Room/Zone Control: Manage multiple lights within specific rooms or zones simultaneously.
  • Use Case: "Set the living room lights to 50% brightness and a warm color temperature for movie night."

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn off all lights in the bedroom.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

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

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How do I control Philips Hue lights from the command line?

You can control Philips Hue lights from the command line by using the openhue CLI to adjust brightness, color, and color temperature, or activate pre-configured scenes for home automation.

Can I activate Philips Hue scenes in specific rooms using CLI?

Yes, you can activate Philips Hue scenes in specific rooms or zones using the openhue CLI, allowing you to manage multiple smart lights simultaneously and set the mood for different areas.

Do I need a Hue Bridge to use the openhue CLI for smart lighting control?

Yes, you need a Hue Bridge to be discoverable on your local network and the openhue binary installed on your system to enable programmatic smart lighting control via the CLI.

What's the best way to automate Philips Hue light adjustments for movie night?

The best way to automate Philips Hue light adjustments for movie night is using the openhue CLI to set room-level commands, adjusting living room lights to a specific brightness and warm color temperature.

Why is my openhue CLI not finding my Philips Hue lights?

Your openhue CLI may not be finding your Philips Hue lights if the Hue Bridge is not discoverable on the local network, or if the required openhue binary is not properly installed on your system.

What is openhue and how does it work with smart lights?

OpenHue is a CLI tool that enables programmatic control of smart lights by communicating with a local Hue Bridge, supporting individual light adjustments, room-level commands, and scene activation.