openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

34|1|Updated Feb 20, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/mangiapanejohn-dev/Resonix-AG --skill openhue-mangiapanejohn-dev
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/mangiapanejohn-dev/Resonix-AG/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/mangiapanejohn-dev/Resonix-AG --skill openhue-mangiapanejohn-dev

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill provides a command-line interface to control Philips Hue lights and scenes, simplifying smart home lighting management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, color, and color temperature.
  • Room Control: Manage all lights within a specific room simultaneously.
  • Scene Activation: Apply pre-defined lighting scenes for different moods or activities.
  • Use Case: "Set the living room lights to 50% brightness and a warm color for movie night."

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn off the lights in the bedroom.

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 CLI tool to manage brightness, color, color temperature, and on/off status for individual lights or entire rooms.

Can I activate Philips Hue scenes using a CLI tool?

Yes, you can activate Philips Hue scenes using the CLI tool to instantly apply pre-defined lighting configurations for different moods or activities across your connected rooms.

How do I set brightness and color temperature for a specific Hue room?

You can set brightness and color temperature for a specific Hue room by executing a single command that adjusts all lights within that room simultaneously to your desired levels.

Do I need a Hue Bridge on my local network to use a command line interface for smart lights?

Yes, you need the Hue Bridge accessible on your local network and the specific 'openhue' binary installed on your machine to execute commands for your smart lights.

What is the best way to automate home automation lighting tasks for Philips Hue?

Automating home automation lighting tasks is best achieved through a CLI tool that scripts adjustments to brightness, color, and scene activation directly over the local network for immediate execution.

Why does my command line tool for Philips Hue lights fail to connect?

Your command line tool for Philips Hue lights may fail to connect if the Hue Bridge is not accessible on your local network or if the required 'openhue' binary is not properly installed.