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

150|25|Updated Apr 20, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#scenes#home-automation#lighting#openhue#hue
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click --skill openhue-devsoul2026
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click/tree/main/hermes-agent/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Devsoul2026/Hermes-One-Click --skill openhue-devsoul2026

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Philips Hue lighting is often manual and time-consuming to adjust across rooms. OpenHue CLI enables scripting and terminal-driven control of lights, rooms, and scenes to streamline home automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLI-based control of lights, rooms, and scenes
  • Adjustable brightness and color temperature
  • Quick pairing with Hue Bridge and local-network automation

Quick Start

Launch the OpenHue CLI, pair with your Hue Bridge by pressing the pairing button, and begin issuing commands to control lights, rooms, and scenes.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Philips Hue lights and scenes from the command line?▼

You can automate Philips Hue lights from the command line by using the OpenHue CLI to issue commands that set light states, adjust room brightness, and activate scenes across a local Hue Bridge.

What do I need to set up before controlling Hue lights via CLI?▼

Before controlling Hue lights via CLI, you need the OpenHue CLI installed and your Hue Bridge paired by pressing its pairing button, enabling local-network automation on Linux, macOS, or Windows.

Can I adjust brightness and color temperature for Hue rooms using a terminal?▼

Yes, you can adjust brightness and color temperature for Hue rooms using terminal commands through the OpenHue CLI, enabling on-demand lighting adjustments and scene execution across your local network.

Does OpenHue CLI work on Linux and Windows for home automation?▼

OpenHue CLI works on Linux, macOS, and Windows environments for home automation, allowing you to script and execute terminal-driven control of your Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes.

What is the best way to script Philips Hue scene activation locally?▼

The best way to script Philips Hue scene activation locally is using the OpenHue CLI, which streamlines home automation by applying terminal-driven commands to execute scenes and adjust lighting across rooms.

Why does my Hue Bridge need a button press for CLI automation?▼

Your Hue Bridge needs a button press to complete the initial pairing process required by the OpenHue CLI, securely authorizing the local-network connection before you can issue lighting and scene automation commands.

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