openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated Feb 17, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Rachasumanth/text2llm001 --skill openhue-rachasumanth
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/Rachasumanth/text2llm001/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Rachasumanth/text2llm001 --skill openhue-rachasumanth

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control their Philips Hue lights and scenes directly from the command line, integrating smart lighting into automated workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover Bridges: Automatically find Hue Bridges on the network.
  • Configure Lights: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, and set colors.
  • Manage Scenes: Activate pre-defined lighting scenes.
  • Use Case: Set a "movie night" scene in your living room with a single command.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the light named "Living Room Lamp".

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

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

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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 turn lights on or off, adjust brightness, set colors, and activate pre-defined scenes.

Can I discover Philips Hue bridges automatically on my network?

Yes, you can discover Philips Hue bridges automatically on your local network by using the OpenHue CLI tool to find and connect to available hardware devices on your local network.

Do I need the openhue binary installed to manage smart lighting scenes?

Yes, the openhue binary must be installed and configured on your system to manage smart lighting scenes and execute commands that activate pre-defined lighting environments.

How do I activate a movie night scene for my living room lights?

To activate a movie night scene for your living room lights, use the openhue command line interface to write commands that trigger pre-defined lighting scenes for specific rooms.

What is the best way to integrate smart lighting into automated workflows?

The best way to integrate smart lighting into automated workflows is using a CLI tool like openhue to read light states and write commands that control Philips Hue hardware programmatically.