openhue

Name: openhue
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Author: luisvelmarketer

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes through the OpenHue CLI.

1|1|Updated Mar 3, 2026

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

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npx skills add https://github.com/LuisvelMarketer/genome --skill openhue-luisvelmarketer

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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/LuisvelMarketer/genome/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/LuisvelMarketer/genome --skill openhue-luisvelmarketer

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control their Philips Hue smart lights and scenes directly through a command-line interface, simplifying smart home lighting management.

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 lighting scenes like "movie mode" or "work mode".
Resource Listing: View available lights, rooms, and scenes connected to the Hue Bridge.
Use Case: "Dim the living room lights to 30% and set the scene to 'Relax'."

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the bedroom lamp.

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 command line?▼

Control Philips Hue lights from the command line by executing CLI commands to toggle power, adjust brightness, and set colors for individual bulbs or entire rooms.

Can I activate Philips Hue scenes using a CLI?▼

Yes, you can activate Philips Hue scenes using the CLI to instantly apply pre-configured lighting setups like movie mode or work mode to your connected rooms.

What do I need to manage smart lights through the OpenHue CLI?▼

To manage smart lights through the OpenHue CLI, you need the OpenHue binary installed and accessible in your system's PATH to bridge commands to the Hue Bridge.

How do I list available Hue rooms and scenes in my smart home setup?▼

List available Hue rooms and scenes by running resource listing commands through the CLI, which queries the Hue Bridge to display all connected lighting elements.

Can I adjust brightness and color temperature for specific rooms with a CLI?▼

Yes, you can adjust brightness and color temperature for specific rooms with a CLI by targeting room names in your commands to modify the lighting ambiance.

What are the limitations of using a CLI for home automation lighting control?▼

A limitation of CLI home automation lighting control is that it requires the OpenHue binary to be manually installed and accessible in the system PATH, lacking a graphical interface.