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Control Philips Hue lights, brightness, color temperature, and scenes via CLI.

Updated Apr 11, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#smart-home#openhue#hue#lights
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/musical-basics/hermes-build-2 --skill openhue-musical-basics
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/musical-basics/hermes-build-2/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/musical-basics/hermes-build-2 --skill openhue-musical-basics

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

Many users find it tedious to manually operate Philips Hue lights through the mobile app or web interface, especially for repetitive tasks or automation scripts. This Skill provides a simple CLI interface to control lights, rooms, and scenes directly from the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • List and query available lights, rooms, and scenes.
  • Control individual lights or entire rooms: turn on/off, set brightness, color temperature, or color.
  • Activate predefined scenes for moods like “Relax” or “Movie”.
  • Automation: Use in cron jobs or scripts to schedule lighting changes (e.g., dim lights at bedtime).

Quick Start

Ask the assistant to turn on the bedroom lights at 50% brightness.

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?▼

This Skill lets you control Philips Hue lights from the command line to turn bulbs on or off, adjust brightness and color temperature, and activate scenes across rooms or zones via direct local communication.

Can I automate Philips Hue lighting changes using scripts or cron jobs?▼

Yes, you can automate Philips Hue lighting changes by integrating this Skill into cron jobs or scripts to schedule actions like dimming lights at bedtime or activating specific scenes automatically.

Do I need a Hue Bridge on the same local network to control lights via CLI?▼

Yes, you need the Hue Bridge on the same local network for direct communication. The OpenHue CLI must also be installed to facilitate the command line interface for your lighting control.

What's the best way to activate predefined Hue scenes like Relax or Movie from a terminal?▼

The best way to activate predefined Hue scenes from a terminal is using this Skill to trigger moods like Relax or Movie across your rooms and zones instantly without opening the mobile app.

How do I query available Hue lights, rooms, and scenes from a terminal?▼

You can query available Hue lights, rooms, and scenes from a terminal by using this Skill to list and retrieve your lighting setup details directly through the command line interface.

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