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Automate Philips Hue lighting controls via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated May 7, 2026
Search Tags:#cli#home automation#philips hue#light control#smart lighting#openhue#scene activation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/MOODMNKY-LLC/mnky-atlas --skill openhue-moodmnky-llc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/MOODMNKY-LLC/mnky-atlas/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/MOODMNKY-LLC/mnky-atlas --skill openhue-moodmnky-llc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Manually adjusting individual Philips Hue bulbs, room lighting, and pre-defined scenes is time-consuming, especially for routine tasks like dimming lights for movie nights or setting bright work lighting for home offices. This skill automates those controls using the OpenHue CLI, eliminating repetitive manual adjustments.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Individual Light Control: Turn specific Hue bulbs on/off, adjust brightness, color temperature, and color for targeted lighting adjustments.
  • Bulk Room Control: Adjust all lights in a designated Hue room or zone at once, like turning off all bedroom lights when going to sleep.
  • Scene Activation: Instantly activate pre-configured Hue scenes such as "Relax" or "Concentrate" for specific rooms to match activities.
  • Use Case Example: If you are setting up a movie night, you can dim all living room lights to 10% brightness with a single command instead of adjusting each bulb individually.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to dim all lights in the living room to 10% brightness for a movie night.

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?▼

Yes, you can automate bulk room lighting adjustments with the OpenHue CLI by grouping commands to adjust all Hue bulbs in a designated room or zone simultaneously, such as dimming to 10%.

Can I activate pre-configured Hue scenes via the command line?▼

Yes, you can activate pre-configured Hue scenes via the command line by using the OpenHue CLI to instantly trigger specific lighting setups like 'Relax' or 'Concentrate' for targeted rooms.

Do I need a Philips Hue Bridge to use the OpenHue CLI?▼

Yes, you need a locally connected Philips Hue Bridge to use the OpenHue CLI, as the command line interface requires direct communication with the bridge to execute lighting control commands.

What's the best way to automate routine brightness adjustments for Hue bulbs?▼

The best way to automate routine brightness adjustments for Hue bulbs is using the OpenHue CLI to script manual adjustments across individual bulbs, rooms, and pre-defined scenes for specific activities.

When should I not use a CLI for smart lighting control?▼

You should not use a CLI for smart lighting control when you lack a locally connected Philips Hue Bridge, as the OpenHue CLI depends on this local network connection to execute commands.

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