openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

93|20|Updated Jan 31, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/seedprod/openclaw-prompts-and-skills --skill openhue-seedprod
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/seedprod/openclaw-prompts-and-skills/tree/main/.claude/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/seedprod/openclaw-prompts-and-skills --skill openhue-seedprod

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill simplifies the control of Philips Hue lights and scenes, allowing for easy automation and management of your smart lighting system.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover Bridges: Automatically find your Hue Bridge on the network.
  • Setup Configuration: Guide users through the initial setup process.
  • Light & Scene Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, change colors, and activate 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 using command line automation?

You can control Philips Hue lights via command line automation by using the openhue-cli binary to interact directly with your Hue Bridge, enabling light manipulation, brightness adjustment, and scene activation.

Can I discover and set up a Hue Bridge through a CLI interface?

Yes, you can discover and set up a Hue Bridge through a CLI interface. The openhue-cli automatically finds Hue Bridges on your local network and guides you through the initial configuration process.

How do I activate a specific smart home lighting scene from the terminal?

To activate a specific smart home lighting scene from the terminal, use the openhue CLI to send commands to your Hue Bridge, which directly triggers predefined scenes like a movie night setting in designated rooms.

Do I need the openhue-cli binary installed to manage Hue lights and rooms?

Yes, you need the openhue-cli binary installed to manage Hue lights and rooms. This Skill acts as an interface facilitating the CLI's commands, which directly handle the communication with the Hue Bridge.

What smart home lighting tasks can I automate with openhue?

With openhue, you can automate smart home lighting tasks including turning lights on and off, adjusting brightness, changing colors, and activating specific scenes across different rooms using command-line instructions.

Best way to manage Philips Hue rooms and scenes via command line?

The best way to manage Philips Hue rooms and scenes via command line is using the openhue-cli, which provides direct manipulation capabilities for lights, rooms, and scenes through a local network connection to the Hue Bridge.