openhue

Control Philips Hue lights via the OpenHue CLI and local Hue Bridge.

Updated Jun 18, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI --skill openhue-wangqiancai
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Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/wangqianCAI/OBI --skill openhue-wangqiancai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This skill removes the friction of manually managing smart lighting by providing a direct command-line interface to control Philips Hue bridges, lights, and scenes.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Device Control: Toggle power, adjust brightness, and change colors for individual lights or entire rooms.
  • Scene Management: Quickly activate pre-configured lighting scenes like movie mode or focus mode.
  • Use Case: Use this skill to set your office lighting to a bright, cool temperature for work or dim the living room lights for a movie without needing to open a separate app.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to set the living room lights to 50 percent brightness and a warm color temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I automate Philips Hue lighting scenes using a command-line interface?

To automate Philips Hue lighting scenes via a command-line interface, the openhue skill interfaces with a local Hue Bridge using the OpenHue CLI to directly toggle power, adjust brightness, and activate pre-configured scenes.

Can I adjust brightness and color temperature for Philips Hue lights without the mobile app?

Yes, you can adjust brightness and color temperature for Philips Hue lights without the mobile app by issuing direct CLI commands through this skill to manage light states on your local network.

Do I need a local Hue Bridge to control my smart home lights with this automation?

Yes, you need a local Hue Bridge to control your smart home lights with this automation, as the skill requires a network-accessible Hue Bridge and the openhue-cli binary installed on the host system.

What is the best way to trigger pre-configured lighting scenes for a smart home environment?

The best way to trigger pre-configured lighting scenes for a smart home environment is using a CLI skill that directly interfaces with the Hue Bridge, allowing immediate activation of modes like movie or focus settings.

How do I control individual lights or entire rooms with Philips Hue automation?

You control individual lights or entire rooms with Philips Hue automation by executing CLI commands through the skill, which directly manages device power, brightness levels, and color changes across the network.