openhue

Control Philips Hue lighting via OpenHue CLI for rooms and bulbs.

Updated Jun 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Rheasilvia/hermes-desktop --skill openhue-rheasilvia
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/Rheasilvia/hermes-desktop/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Rheasilvia/hermes-desktop --skill openhue-rheasilvia

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of manual lighting control by providing a direct terminal interface to your Philips Hue bridge, allowing for rapid environment adjustments without leaving your workspace.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Granular Control: Manage individual bulbs, entire rooms, or specific zones with precise commands for power, brightness, and color.
  • Scene Management: Instantly trigger pre-configured lighting scenes like movie mode or focus mode.
  • Use Case: A developer can trigger a specific lighting scene directly from their terminal when starting a deep-work session or a presentation.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to set the living room lights to a brightness of 50 percent.

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 terminal?

You can control Philips Hue lights from the terminal by sending commands through the OpenHue CLI to manage bridge-connected devices, adjusting power, brightness, and color temperatures for individual bulbs or rooms.

Can I trigger Philips Hue scenes using command line automation?

Yes, you can trigger pre-configured Philips Hue scenes using command line automation by interfacing with the OpenHue CLI to instantly activate lighting states like movie mode or focus mode.

Do I need a Hue Bridge to use command line lighting control?

Yes, you need an active network connection to a paired Hue Bridge and the OpenHue CLI utility installed on your host system to enable terminal-based lighting automation and device management.

What level of lighting control can I automate through the OpenHue CLI?

You can automate granular lighting control through the OpenHue CLI, managing individual bulbs, entire rooms, or specific zones with precise commands for power, brightness, and color temperature.

Is there a way to adjust room brightness without leaving my development workspace?

Yes, you can adjust room brightness without leaving your workspace by using terminal commands to set specific percentages, such as setting the living room lights to a brightness of 50 percent.