openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes from the terminal via OpenHue CLI.

Updated May 16, 2026

Search Tags:#automation #cli #iot #smart-home #philips-hue #lighting control #scene control

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npx skills add https://github.com/jaredcroxton/hermes-mirror --skill openhue-jaredcroxton

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/jaredcroxton/hermes-mirror/tree/main/agents/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jaredcroxton/hermes-mirror --skill openhue-jaredcroxton

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

It removes the friction of manually operating Philips Hue lights and scenes by letting you control them quickly from the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

Terminal Control of Hue Devices: Turn lights on or off, set brightness, and change color and color temperature by name.
Room and Zone Management: Apply actions to whole rooms to support everyday “all lights” routines.
Scene Triggering: Activate predefined scenes tied to rooms for repeatable automations like “movie mode” or “work mode.”

Quick Start

Install the OpenHue CLI, then issue a command like: set the Bedroom Lamp to on with brightness 50.

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 terminal?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights from the terminal by issuing text commands to turn devices on or off, set brightness, and change color temperature using the OpenHue CLI.

How do I trigger Philips Hue scenes from the command line for smart-home automation?▼

Triggering Philips Hue scenes from the command line involves issuing a terminal command to activate predefined room-based routines like movie mode or work mode via the OpenHue CLI.

Do I need a Hue Bridge to use CLI lighting control?▼

Yes, CLI lighting control requires a Philips Hue Bridge on the same local network. You must pair the system by pressing the bridge authorization button during setup.

Can I apply actions to a whole room of Hue lights at once?▼

Yes, you can apply actions to a whole room of Hue lights at once. The system supports room and zone management to execute everyday all-lights routines from the terminal.

How do I adjust brightness and color temperature for Hue lights by name?▼

You adjust brightness and color temperature for Hue lights by specifying the device name and desired values in a terminal command, such as setting a bedroom lamp to a specific brightness.

What is local smart-home automation for lighting control?▼

Local smart-home automation for lighting control is the process of managing Philips Hue devices and scenes directly from a terminal on the same local network, removing manual app friction.