openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via command-line JSON commands.

Updated Jan 29, 2026

Search Tags:#cli #home-automation #lighting #openhue #hue #scene-control

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npx skills add https://github.com/DharambirAgrawal/Personal-Assistant --skill openhue-dharambiragrawal

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/DharambirAgrawal/Personal-Assistant/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/DharambirAgrawal/Personal-Assistant --skill openhue-dharambiragrawal

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

OpenHue CLI enables developers and home-automation hobbyists to manage Philips Hue lights and scenes without a GUI, enabling scripts and automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discover bridges and connect to Hue Bridge
Read data: get light, room, and scene in JSON
Write data: turn lights on/off, set brightness, color, and scenes

Quick Start

Install OpenHue CLI, connect to your Hue Bridge with discover, then start issuing commands to manage lights and scenes.

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 from the command line?▼

Control Philips Hue lights from the command line by using a CLI to connect to the Hue Bridge, read room and scene data in JSON, and write state changes like on/off, brightness, and color.

Can I automate Philips Hue scenes without a GUI?▼

You can automate Philips Hue scenes without a GUI by running CLI write commands that interact directly with the Hue Bridge to trigger and manage your saved lighting configurations.

How do I discover a Philips Hue Bridge for home automation scripting?▼

Discover a Philips Hue Bridge for home automation scripting by using the CLI's built-in bridge discovery feature to locate and connect to the bridge on your local network.

Do I need a Philips Hue Bridge to manage lighting via CLI?▼

Yes, you need a Philips Hue Bridge to manage lighting via CLI because the tool reads light, room, and scene data directly from the bridge to output JSON and execute write commands.

What's the best way to get Philips Hue light data in JSON format?▼

Get Philips Hue light data in JSON format by using CLI commands to read light, room, and scene information directly from the Hue Bridge for use in scripts and automation.

Can I set brightness and color for Hue lights using a CLI?▼

Set brightness and color for Hue lights using CLI write commands that update the light state through the Hue Bridge, allowing precise control over on/off, brightness, and color values.