openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated Feb 8, 2026

Search Tags:#CLI automation #smart home #light control #scene management #Philips Hue

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault --skill openhue-dioerden

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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/dioerden/OpenClaw-Flash-Vault --skill openhue-dioerden

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 for quick adjustments and setup without complex configurations.

Core Features & Use Cases

Light and Scene Control: Easily toggle lights on and off, change colors, and manage scenes.
Bridge Discovery: Automatically find and set up your Hue Bridge.
JSON Output: Retrieve detailed information about lights, rooms, and scenes in JSON format.
Use Case: Need to create a relaxing atmosphere? Just type 'set scene 2 --on' to turn on the "Relax" scene in your living room.

Quick Start

Set the lights in the "Bedroom" to "Relax" mode with 'openhue set scene 2 --on'.

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 and scenes from the command line?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights and scenes from the command line by using the OpenHue CLI to toggle lights, change colors, and manage scene setups without complex configurations.

Can I automate smart home light control and discover my Philips Hue bridge automatically?▼

Yes, this Skill facilitates smart home light control automation and enables automatic discovery and setup of your Philips Hue Bridge through the OpenHue CLI interface.

How do I retrieve Philips Hue light and scene information in JSON format?▼

You can retrieve detailed information about your Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes in JSON format by executing retrieval commands through the OpenHue CLI.

How do I set a specific lighting scene like Relax on my Philips Hue lights?▼

To set a specific lighting scene like Relax, you can use the command 'openhue set scene 2 --on' to quickly activate the desired scene on your Philips Hue lights.

Do I need the openhue package to manage Philips Hue scene management via CLI?▼

Yes, the openhue package is required as a dependency to execute CLI commands for Philips Hue scene management, light toggling, and bridge discovery operations.

What are the limitations of using CLI automation for Philips Hue light control?▼

This Skill provides basic implementation depth for CLI automation, meaning it focuses on scene retrieval, light toggling, and bridge discovery rather than advanced custom color scripting or complex scheduling routines.