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Manage Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

18|1|Updated Jun 12, 2026
Search Tags:#home automation#philips hue#light control#smart lighting#scene activation
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/vignesh2027/Vilvona-AI --skill openhue-vignesh2027
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/vignesh2027/Vilvona-AI/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/vignesh2027/Vilvona-AI --skill openhue-vignesh2027

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill requires openhue, and includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control Philips Hue lights and scenes directly from your terminal, providing a quick and efficient way to manage your smart lighting system.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Toggle lights on/off, adjust brightness, and change color and color temperature.
  • Scene Activation: Activate predefined scenes for different settings, like a movie night or a sleep mode.
  • Room Management: Control specific rooms or zones of your smart lighting setup.
  • Use Case: Easily turn off all lights in the living room or create a cozy ambiance by adjusting the lights' color and brightness.

Quick Start

Use the 'openhue set room "Living Room" --on' command to turn on all lights in the Living Room.

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 a terminal?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights from a terminal by using the OpenHue CLI to toggle lights on and off, adjust brightness, and change colors directly through command-line operations.

Can I activate predefined Hue scenes using the command line?▼

Yes, you can activate predefined Hue scenes using the command line to instantly set specific lighting configurations for different settings like movie nights or sleep modes.

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

Yes, you need an active Hue Bridge and a compatible OpenHue CLI installation to manage your smart lighting system through terminal commands.

What is the best way to manage Philips Hue rooms and zones via CLI?▼

The best way to manage Philips Hue rooms and zones via CLI is using OpenHue commands to target specific areas, allowing you to easily turn off all lights in a living room or adjust zones.

How do I adjust brightness and color temperature for home automation?▼

You adjust brightness and color temperature for home automation by executing OpenHue CLI commands to modify light properties, creating a cozy ambiance or specific lighting setup.

Does OpenHue CLI support adjusting light color temperature for sleep modes?▼

Yes, OpenHue CLI supports adjusting light color temperature alongside brightness and color changes, enabling you to create appropriate scenes like sleep modes.

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