openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via OpenHue CLI commands.

23|10|Updated Feb 9, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill openhue-deepgram
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/deepgram/dglabs-deepclaw --skill openhue-deepgram

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhue, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the control of Philips Hue lights and scenes, allowing users to easily manage their smart lighting system without complex setup.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light and Scene Control: Interact with your Hue Bridge to turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, and change color.
  • Discovery and Setup: Automatically discover bridges and guide you through setup.
  • Read & Write Commands: Get information about lights, rooms, and scenes or make changes using simple commands.
  • Use Case: Imagine you want to set the lights to a romantic ambiance in your living room. Use the openhue skill to create a scene that dims the lights and sets a soft color.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on all lights in the living room scene with the command: 'set scene living_room --on'

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 and scenes from the command line?

You can control Philips Hue lights and scenes via command line by using the OpenHue CLI interface, which connects to your Hue Bridge to manage brightness, color, and scene settings.

Can I automate smart home lighting setups to change room ambiance automatically?

You can automate smart home lighting setups by executing OpenHue CLI commands that create and apply scenes, allowing you to dim lights and set custom colors for specific room ambiances.

Does the openhue skill require connecting directly to a Hue Bridge for home automation?

Yes, the openhue skill requires connecting to a Hue Bridge for home automation, automatically discovering bridges on your network and guiding you through the setup process.

What's the best way to get information about Philips Hue rooms and scenes?

The best way to get information about Philips Hue rooms and scenes is to use OpenHue read commands, which retrieve current details about lights, rooms, and scene configurations from your Hue Bridge.

How do I set up a romantic lighting scene in my living room using Philips Hue?

To set up a romantic lighting scene in your living room, use OpenHue commands to create a scene that dims lights and applies a soft color, then activate it using the set scene command.