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openhue

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

Updated May 4, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#iot#smart-home#lighting#hue
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent --skill openhue-inverternetwork
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/InverterNetwork/hermes-agent --skill openhue-inverternetwork

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhue.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the need for manual app navigation or physical switches by providing a direct, command-line interface to control your Philips Hue smart home ecosystem.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Granular Control: Manage individual bulbs, entire rooms, or specific zones with precise brightness, color, and temperature settings.
  • Scene Management: Instantly trigger pre-configured lighting scenes like movie mode or focus mode.
  • Use Case: Integrate your lighting into automated workflows, such as dimming the office lights to a warm temperature automatically when you start a deep-work session.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to set the living room lights to a brightness of 50 percent.

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 terminal?▼

Philips Hue lights are controlled from the terminal by sending commands to the Hue Bridge via the OpenHue CLI, enabling direct management of brightness, color, and scenes without app navigation.

Can I automate Philips Hue lighting scenes using a command-line interface?▼

Automating Philips Hue lighting scenes via a command-line interface allows you to instantly trigger pre-configured setups like movie or focus mode directly through terminal commands.

Do I need a local Hue Bridge to manage my smart home lighting via CLI?▼

Managing smart home lighting via CLI requires an authorized connection to a local Hue Bridge and the openhue-cli binary installed on the host system to route commands.

What is the best way to integrate smart lighting into automated workflows?▼

Integrating smart lighting into automated workflows is best achieved using CLI commands, allowing scripts to adjust bulb brightness or color temperature based on specific session triggers.

How does command-line smart home control compare to using a mobile app?▼

Command-line smart home control bypasses manual app navigation by providing a direct interface to the lighting ecosystem, enabling granular management of individual bulbs, rooms, and zones.

Can I adjust brightness and color temperature for specific rooms using the OpenHue CLI?▼

Adjusting brightness and color temperature for specific rooms is fully supported by the CLI, which facilitates granular management of zones with precise lighting configurations.

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