openhue

Automate Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated Mar 16, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/fufuonline/openclaw --skill openhue-fufuonline
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/fufuonline/openclaw/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/fufuonline/openclaw --skill openhue-fufuonline

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill lets you manage your Philips Hue lights and scenes from the command line, simplifying home automation and remote lighting control.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • CLI control of Hue lights, rooms, and scenes via the OpenHue CLI; automate lighting routines or adjust lighting on demand.
  • Common tasks: turning lights on/off, setting brightness, choosing colors, applying scenes.

Quick Start

Turn on a light by name using the OpenHue CLI to verify connectivity.

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 automate on/off states, brightness, colors, and scenes across your rooms and bridges.

Can I automate Hue lighting routines without writing a full script?

Yes, automating Hue lighting routines is possible by executing OpenHue CLI commands to apply scene changes or adjust room lighting directly on demand without a full script.

Do I need the OpenHue CLI binary installed to manage my Hue bridge?

Yes, you need the OpenHue CLI binary installed and accessible as 'openhue' in your environment to discover bridges, query lights, and apply state changes.

What's the best way to apply scenes and adjust brightness across Hue rooms?

The best way to apply scenes and adjust brightness across Hue rooms is using CLI commands to query room configurations and set target light states in bulk.

Why does my CLI command fail when discovering Hue bridges?

Discovering Hue bridges via the CLI requires the 'openhue' binary to be properly installed and accessible in your system's PATH to successfully locate and connect to the bridge.