openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated Feb 18, 2026

Search Tags:#home automation #scenes #philips hue #openhue #lighting control #smart lights

Ready to run

npx skills add https://github.com/loveoplay2023-hue/OpenMehdi --skill openhue-loveoplay2023-hue

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Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/loveoplay2023-hue/OpenMehdi/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/loveoplay2023-hue/OpenMehdi --skill openhue-loveoplay2023-hue

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control their Philips Hue smart lights and scenes directly from the command line, integrating smart lighting control into automated workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, color, and color temperature for individual lights or entire rooms.
Scene Activation: Apply pre-configured scenes like "movie mode" or "relax" to specific rooms.
Resource Listing: Easily list available lights, rooms, and scenes connected to the Hue Bridge.
Use Case: "Turn off all the lights in the living room and set the bedroom lights to a dim, warm color."

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the light named "Bedroom Lamp" and set its brightness to 50%.

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 using the openhue Skill to manage smart lighting, adjusting brightness and color, and activating scenes via a Hue Bridge.

Do I need the openhue-cli binary installed to adjust smart lighting scenes?▼

Yes, adjusting smart lighting scenes requires the 'openhue-cli' binary to be installed and accessible, as the Skill relies on this tool to communicate with your Hue Bridge.

Can I turn off all lights in a specific room and change the color temperature?▼

You can turn off all lights in a specific room and change the color temperature, as the Skill supports managing individual lights or entire rooms with custom brightness and color settings.

How do I list available rooms and scenes connected to my Hue Bridge?▼

To list available rooms and scenes connected to your Hue Bridge, use the Skill's resource listing feature to easily retrieve all connected lights, rooms, and pre-configured scenes.

What is the best way to apply pre-configured scenes like movie mode to my smart lights?▼

The best way to apply pre-configured scenes like movie mode to your smart lights is using the openhue Skill to activate specific scenes for designated rooms via the Hue Bridge.