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openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

Updated Feb 11, 2026
Search Tags:#home automation#scenes#philips hue#openhue#lighting control#smart lights
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/storyclaw-official/storyclaw-assistant --skill openhue-storyclaw-official
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/storyclaw-official/storyclaw-assistant/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/storyclaw-official/storyclaw-assistant --skill openhue-storyclaw-official

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control their Philips Hue smart lights and scenes directly through a command-line interface, simplifying smart home lighting management.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, color, and color temperature.
  • Room Control: Manage all lights within a specific room simultaneously.
  • Scene Activation: Apply pre-defined lighting scenes like "Relax" or "Movie Mode".
  • Use Case: "Set my living room lights to 50% brightness and a warm white color."

Quick Start

Use openhue to turn off the lights in the bedroom.

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 via a command line interface?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights via a command line interface by using the OpenHue CLI to manage individual lights, rooms, and scenes for smart home lighting automation directly from your terminal.

Can I adjust brightness and color for a specific room using smart lights automation?▼

Yes, you can adjust brightness, color, and color temperature for a specific room using smart lights automation. You can manage all lights within a room simultaneously to apply settings like warm white.

Do I need a Hue Bridge to use the OpenHue CLI for lighting control?▼

Yes, you need a Hue Bridge paired with the OpenHue binary. The binary must be installed and accessible on your local network to execute lighting control commands successfully.

How do I activate pre-defined lighting scenes like Movie Mode?▼

You activate pre-defined lighting scenes like Movie Mode or Relax by applying scene commands through the OpenHue CLI, which directly triggers the corresponding smart light settings on your Hue Bridge.

What are the limitations of using a CLI for home automation compared to native apps?▼

A limitation of using a CLI for home automation is that it requires the OpenHue binary to be manually installed and accessible on your local network, lacking the immediate visual feedback of native apps.

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