openhue

Controls Philips Hue lighting via the OpenHue CLI and Hue Bridge.

Updated Jun 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/cxnaive/hermes-agent-llbot --skill openhue-cxnaive
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/cxnaive/hermes-agent-llbot/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/cxnaive/hermes-agent-llbot --skill openhue-cxnaive

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhue.

What problem does it solve?

This skill removes the friction of using proprietary apps or physical switches by providing a direct, command-line interface to manage your smart lighting environment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Granular Control: Adjust brightness, color, and temperature for individual bulbs or entire rooms.
  • Scene Management: Instantly trigger pre-configured lighting scenes like movie mode or work mode.
  • Use Case: Integrate your lighting into automated workflows, such as dimming the office lights automatically when you start a deep-work session.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to set the living room lights to a brightness of 50 percent.

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 interface directly with the Hue Bridge, adjusting brightness, color, and temperature without the proprietary app.

Can I automate smart home lighting scenes for specific rooms?

Yes, you can automate smart home lighting scenes for specific rooms by triggering pre-configured setups like movie mode or work mode via the openhue command-line utility.

What do I need to manage Hue lighting systems via a CLI interface?

To manage Hue lighting systems via a CLI interface, you need a network-accessible Hue Bridge and the openhue command-line utility installed on your host system.

How do I adjust brightness and color for individual smart bulbs?

You adjust brightness and color for individual smart bulbs by executing openhue commands to set granular parameters, controlling either single lights or entire room configurations.

Is there a way to integrate smart lighting into automated workflows?

Integrating smart lighting into automated workflows is possible by calling the openhue CLI within your scripts, allowing actions like dimming office lights automatically when a deep-work session starts.