openhue

Controls Philips Hue lights via command line using OpenHue CLI.

3|Updated Apr 21, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #smart home #iot #home automation #philips hue #openhue #lighting control

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/DarkArty07/Aether-Agents --skill openhue-darkarty07

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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/DarkArty07/Aether-Agents/tree/main/home/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DarkArty07/Aether-Agents --skill openhue-darkarty07

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually adjusting individual Philips Hue lights, room lighting, and scenes is time-consuming, especially for repeated or scheduled tasks. This Skill removes that manual effort by letting you control your entire Hue setup via simple terminal commands.

Core Features & Use Cases

Full Hue Device Control: Adjust individual lights, entire rooms, or pre-made scenes for brightness, color temperature, and RGB color.
Scheduled Automation: Pair with cron jobs to automate lighting routines like dimming at bedtime or brightening for work hours.
Use Case: You can activate your living room's "movie mode" (dimmed lights) or turn off all bedroom lights with a single command instead of adjusting each bulb manually.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the living room lights to 50% brightness with a warm white color temperature.

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 pairing the OpenHue CLI with your local Hue Bridge, enabling terminal-based adjustment of brightness, color temperature, RGB color, and scenes.

Can I automate Philips Hue room lighting and scenes via terminal commands?▼

Yes, you can automate room lighting and scene activation by pairing terminal commands with cron jobs to schedule home automation routines, such as dimming lights at bedtime or activating a movie mode scene.

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

Yes, you need a local Hue Bridge installed and paired with the OpenHue CLI to execute brightness, color, and scene operations for your smart home lighting setup.

What is the best way to schedule home automation workflows for smart lights?▼

The best way to schedule smart light automation is using command line tools paired with cron jobs to trigger home lighting routines, such as brightening for work hours or turning off bedroom lights automatically.

Does command line home automation support individual bulb adjustment or only room-wide control?▼

Command line home automation supports both individual light adjustment and room-wide lighting control, allowing you to manage specific bulbs or entire rooms for brightness, color temperature, and RGB color.