openhue

Control Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes via OpenHue CLI commands.

Updated May 8, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/freire19/Mythos --skill openhue-freire19
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/freire19/Mythos/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/freire19/Mythos --skill openhue-freire19

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It solves the hassle of manually controlling Philips Hue lights by letting you reliably turn lights on or off, adjust brightness and color, and trigger scenes through a single CLI workflow.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light control: Switch specific lights on/off and set brightness, color temperature, and color/hex/RGB values.
  • Room control: Apply power and brightness changes to an entire room or zone.
  • Scene activation: Start predefined Hue scenes such as “Relax” or “Movie mode” for instant ambience.
  • Common use cases: Home automation routines, focus/work presets, evening/movie lighting setups, and quick adjustments during presentations.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to set the “Bedroom” room to 20% brightness with warm light at temperature 450.

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 by using the OpenHue CLI to translate lighting intents into Hue bridge operations, allowing you to toggle power, set brightness, and adjust color temperature.

Can I activate predefined Hue scenes for a specific room using CLI?

Yes, you can activate predefined Hue scenes for specific rooms or zones by running deterministic Hue command actions through the CLI, instantly triggering setups like Relax or Movie mode.

What do I need to set brightness and color temperature for Hue rooms?

To set brightness and color temperature for Hue rooms, you need the OpenHue CLI binary available and bridged on your local network to apply power and brightness changes to an entire room or zone.

How does the Hue bridge handle color-capable bulbs via CLI?

The Hue bridge handles color-capable bulbs via CLI by processing deterministic Hue command actions, supporting scenarios like setting specific color, hex, or RGB values for your lighting devices.

Are there limitations when adjusting Philips Hue lighting control through a CLI workflow?

Limitations include requiring the OpenHue CLI binary availability bridged on the local network, and lighting control is restricted to supported device capabilities such as color-capable bulbs and predefined scenes.

What is the best way to automate home lighting routines for Philips Hue?

The best way to automate home lighting routines for Philips Hue is using a CLI workflow to reliably turn lights on or off, adjust brightness and color, and trigger scenes for focus or evening presets.