openhue

Automate Philips Hue lighting operations via the OpenHue CLI.

247|22|Updated Dec 11, 2024
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/graniet/kheish --skill openhue-graniet
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/graniet/kheish/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/graniet/kheish --skill openhue-graniet

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually controlling Philips Hue smart lighting through the official app or individual switches is tedious, especially when managing multiple rooms, adjusting settings for specific use cases, or setting up automated routines. This Skill eliminates that friction by letting you control all Hue devices directly via simple command-line instructions.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Full Lighting Control: Turn individual lights or entire rooms on/off, adjust brightness, set color temperature (warm to cool), and change colors for compatible bulbs.
  • Scene Management: Instantly activate pre-configured Hue scenes like "Relax", "Concentrate", or "Movie mode" for any room.
  • Use Case: Use it to automate your bedtime routine by dimming bedroom lights to 20% brightness with warm white, or set up a focused work environment with bright, cool office lighting.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn off all lights in the Living Room and set the Bedroom to 30% brightness with warm white color temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Philips Hue lights from the command line?

You can control Philips Hue lights from the command line by executing instructions through the OpenHue CLI tool to turn lights on or off, adjust brightness, and change colors without manual app interaction.

Can I automate Philips Hue room scenes without opening the mobile app?

Yes, you can automate Philips Hue room scenes without the mobile app by executing command-line instructions to instantly activate pre-configured scenes like Relax or Concentrate for any grouped room.

Do I need a local Philips Hue Bridge to automate lighting routines?

Yes, automating lighting routines requires a local Philips Hue Bridge paired with the installed OpenHue CLI tool to execute command-line operations for your smart home system.

What is the best way to set up scheduled smart home lighting routines?

The best way to set up scheduled smart home lighting routines is using command-line automation to apply precise brightness and color temperature adjustments to individual bulbs or grouped rooms.

How do I adjust color temperature for smart home IoT devices in specific rooms?

Adjust color temperature for smart home IoT devices by running command-line instructions that target grouped rooms, setting warm to cool white lighting for specific use cases like focused work environments.