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openhue

Control Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

7|1|Updated Jul 26, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#smart home#iot#lighting#openhue#hue
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill openhue-paxlabs-inc
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/paxlabs-inc/ion-agent --skill openhue-paxlabs-inc

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhue.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of using multiple apps or manual switches to manage smart lighting, allowing for centralized, voice-activated, or automated control of your Philips Hue environment.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Granular Lighting Control: Toggle power, adjust brightness, and modify color temperature or RGB values for individual bulbs.
  • Room and Scene Management: Activate pre-configured scenes or control entire rooms simultaneously to match your activity.
  • Use Case: You can set your office to a bright, cool-toned "Work" scene in the morning and transition your living room to a dim, warm "Movie" mode with a single natural language request.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the bedroom lights and set them to a warm color temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate Philips Hue smart home lighting without using the mobile app?▼

You can control Philips Hue lighting by interfacing directly with the local Hue Bridge through the openhue CLI. This allows centralized, automated control of brightness, color, and scenes without manual switches or apps.

Can I adjust brightness and color temperature for specific Hue rooms using natural language?▼

Yes, you can target specific Hue rooms or individual bulbs to adjust brightness, modify RGB color values, and activate pre-configured scenes using a single natural language request.

Does automating Hue lights require the openhue binary to be installed locally?▼

Yes, automating Hue lights requires the openhue binary to be installed and authenticated with your local Hue Bridge. This local network connection is necessary for the Skill to interface with your lighting system.

What is the best way to activate a pre-configured scene across my Philips Hue ecosystem?▼

The best way to activate pre-configured scenes across your Philips Hue ecosystem is by using natural language commands to interface with the local bridge. This enables simultaneous room management and scene activation.

How do I transition multiple Hue lights to a specific mode like a warm movie scene?▼

You transition multiple Hue lights to a specific mode by requesting room and scene management through the interface. The system simultaneously adjusts power, brightness, and color temperature across the targeted room.

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