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openhue

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

3|1|Updated May 19, 2026
Search Tags:#CLI#IoT#home automation#light control#Philips Hue
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill openhue-quill-agent
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Quill-Agent/Quill-Agent --skill openhue-quill-agent

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhue, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the control of Philips Hue lights, scenes, and rooms through the OpenHue CLI, eliminating the need for complex interfaces and providing a powerful command-line experience.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Command-Line Control: Interact with your Hue Bridge directly from the terminal.
  • Light and Scene Management: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, change color, and set scenes.
  • Room Control: Manage individual rooms or entire homes with ease.
  • Use Case: For example, you can dim the living room lights to 50% brightness with a single command.

Quick Start

Use the 'openhue set light "Living Room Lamp" --on --brightness 50' command to turn on the 'Living Room Lamp' 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?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights from the command line by using the OpenHue CLI to send terminal commands to your Hue Bridge, adjusting settings like on/off state, brightness, and color.

Can I manage Philips Hue rooms and scenes using terminal commands?▼

Yes, you can manage Philips Hue rooms and scenes using terminal commands. The OpenHue CLI lets you set scenes and control individual rooms or entire home lighting setups directly.

Do I need a Philips Hue Bridge on the same network to use CLI light control?▼

Yes, CLI light control requires a Philips Hue Bridge connected to the same local network. The OpenHue CLI communicates directly with the bridge to execute your terminal commands.

What is the best way to automate smart lighting setups without a GUI?▼

Automating smart lighting setups without a GUI is best done via the OpenHue CLI, which eliminates complex interfaces and lets you script commands to adjust brightness or change colors.

How do I dim a specific Hue light using a terminal command?▼

You dim a specific Hue light by executing an OpenHue CLI command, such as 'openhue set light "Living Room Lamp" --on --brightness 50' to set the target brightness to 50%.

Are there limitations to controlling home automation lighting via a CLI?▼

Limitations of controlling home automation lighting via a CLI include the requirement for the OpenHue CLI dependency and a local Philips Hue Bridge, restricting use to your local network environment.

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