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openhue

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

4|Updated Apr 19, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#CLI#smart home#lighting control#Philips Hue
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/ragnarokhaa/hermes --skill openhue-ragnarokhaa
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/ragnarokhaa/hermes/tree/main/hermes-cerul-tech-news-package/hermes-cerul-tech-news-package/hermes-agent/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/ragnarokhaa/hermes --skill openhue-ragnarokhaa

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, rooms, and scenes using the OpenHue CLI, allowing users to easily manage their smart home lighting from the terminal.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, color, and color temperature.
  • Scene Activation: Set predefined scenes for different lighting moods.
  • Room Management: Control specific rooms or zones of lights.
  • Use Case: Imagine you want to set a "movie mode" scene in your living room. This Skill can be used to dim the lights and set the correct color temperature with a single command.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the lights in the "Living Room" with 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 control Philips Hue lights from the command line?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights from the command line by using the OpenHue CLI to manage smart home lighting, allowing you to turn lights on or off, adjust brightness, and modify color temperature directly from your terminal.

Can I activate predefined scenes for specific rooms using CLI automation?▼

Yes, you can activate predefined scenes for specific rooms using CLI automation. The OpenHue CLI enables scene activation and room management to set lighting moods like a movie mode scene in your living room.

Do I need a Philips Hue Bridge to manage smart lighting through the terminal?▼

Yes, you need a Philips Hue Bridge to manage smart lighting through the terminal. The OpenHue CLI requires this bridge to communicate with and control your Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes.

What is the best way to automate smart home lighting scenarios for Philips Hue?▼

The best way to automate smart home lighting scenarios for Philips Hue is using the OpenHue CLI. It simplifies terminal-based control of lights, rooms, and scenes, making it suitable for automating complex smart home lighting routines.

How do I adjust brightness and color temperature for my Hue lights via terminal?▼

You adjust brightness and color temperature for your Hue lights via terminal by executing OpenHue CLI commands. This Skill translates your terminal inputs into lighting adjustments for your Philips Hue setup.

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