openhue

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

3|1|Updated Feb 3, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/gensparx/GenSparx --skill openhue-gensparx
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/gensparx/GenSparx/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/gensparx/GenSparx --skill openhue-gensparx

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control your Philips Hue smart lights and scenes directly from your command line or through an AI assistant, simplifying smart home lighting management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, color, and color temperature.
  • Scene Activation: Apply pre-configured scenes for different moods or activities.
  • Room Management: Control all lights within a specific room simultaneously.
  • Use Case: "Set the living room lights to movie mode" or "Dim the bedroom lights to 20% and set a warm color temperature."

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn off all lights in the bedroom.

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 tool. It enables you to manage individual lights, entire rooms, and activate predefined scenes for smart home lighting automation.

Can I adjust brightness and color temperature for specific rooms with Philips Hue?

Yes, you can adjust brightness, color, and color temperature for specific rooms. The tool allows you to manage all lights within a specific room simultaneously, such as dimming bedroom lights to a warm color temperature.

Do I need the openhue binary installed to manage smart lights through an AI assistant?

Yes, you need the openhue binary installed and accessible in your system's PATH to manage smart lights. This requirement allows the AI assistant to execute the underlying lighting control commands.

How do I activate predefined scenes for different moods using Philips Hue?

To activate predefined scenes for different moods or activities, you use the OpenHue CLI tool to apply pre-configured settings. This enables quick scene activation, such as setting the living room lights to movie mode.

What are the limitations of using a CLI tool for home automation lighting control?

The primary limitation is the dependency on the openhue binary being installed and accessible in the system's PATH. Without this specific environment setup, the lighting control commands cannot execute successfully.