openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue command-line interface.

Updated Jan 29, 2026

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

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npx skills add https://github.com/douglasjs/clawdbot_plugin_tools --skill openhue-douglasjs

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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/douglasjs/clawdbot_plugin_tools/tree/main/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/douglasjs/clawdbot_plugin_tools --skill openhue-douglasjs

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control their Philips Hue lights and scenes directly from the command line using the OpenHue CLI, simplifying smart home automation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Discover Bridges: Automatically find Hue bridges on the network.
Configure Bridge: Guide users through the setup process.
Control Lights: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, and set colors.
Manage Scenes: Activate pre-configured lighting scenes.
Use Case: Turn off all lights in the living room by issuing a single command.

Quick Start

Use openhue to turn on the light named 'Living Room Lamp'.

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 using the openhue Skill, which interfaces with the OpenHue CLI to manage light power, brightness, and colors directly from your terminal.

Can I automate Philips Hue scenes using a CLI?▼

Yes, you can automate Philips Hue scenes using the openhue Skill to activate pre-configured lighting scenes via the OpenHue command-line interface for smart home automation workflows.

Do I need an openhue-cli binary to manage Hue lights?▼

Yes, you need the openhue-cli binary installed and configured with a Hue Bridge to use this Skill for managing your Philips Hue lighting system.

How do I discover and configure a Hue Bridge for CLI automation?▼

The openhue Skill facilitates discovering Hue bridges on your network and guides you through the setup process to configure the bridge for command-line automation tasks.

What is the best way to turn off smart home lights in a specific room via CLI?▼

The best way to turn off smart home lights in a specific room via CLI is using the openhue Skill, which allows you to issue a single command to target and control named lights like a living room lamp.