openhue

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

9|3|Updated May 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac --skill openhue-jordanhubbard
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac/tree/main/src/mac/_hermes/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/jordanhubbard/mac --skill openhue-jordanhubbard

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhue, and includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The openhue Skill simplifies the management of Philips Hue lights, scenes, and rooms by leveraging the OpenHue CLI, enabling you to streamline your smart home lighting.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light & Scene Control: Manage and customize individual lights or scenes.
  • Room-Based Automation: Adjust the ambiance of entire rooms or zones.
  • Color and Brightness Customization: Fine-tune light settings for your preferences.
  • Use Case: Set up a 'Relax' scene in your bedroom by dimming the lights to a warm color, perfect for winding down at night.

Quick Start

Turn on your living room lights to 50% brightness and set a warm ambiance by typing 'openhue set room "Living Room" --on --brightness 50 --temperature 450'.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

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

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How do I automate Philips Hue lighting scenes from the command line?

You can automate Philips Hue lighting scenes from the command line by using the OpenHue CLI to manage individual lights, customize brightness, and apply specific color temperatures to rooms or zones.

What do I need to control Philips Hue lights using OpenHue CLI?

To control Philips Hue lights using OpenHue CLI, you need the OpenHue CLI installed and access to a Philips Hue Bridge connected to the same local network as your residential smart home setup.

Can I adjust brightness and color temperature for specific rooms with home automation?

Yes, you can adjust brightness and color temperature for specific rooms with home automation by executing OpenHue CLI commands, such as setting a room to 50% brightness with a 450 color temperature.

How does room-based lighting automation work for residential smart home setups?

Room-based lighting automation for residential smart home setups works by targeting entire rooms or zones via the OpenHue CLI, allowing you to simultaneously switch lights on, dim them, or activate predefined scenes.

Are there limitations when using OpenHue CLI for smart home lighting control?

A limitation of using OpenHue CLI for smart home lighting control is that it strictly requires a local network connection to communicate with the Hue Bridge, making it unsuitable for remote lighting management outside the home.