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Control Philips Hue lights and scenes through the OpenHue CLI.

1|Updated Feb 1, 2026
Search Tags:#automation#cli#smart home#philips hue#openhue#lighting control
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/zkcpku/verdentClaw --skill openhue-zkcpku
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/zkcpku/verdentClaw/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/zkcpku/verdentClaw --skill openhue-zkcpku

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control your Philips Hue lights and scenes directly from the command line, integrating smart lighting control into your automated workflows.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Discover Bridges: Automatically find your Hue Bridge on the network.
  • Configure Bridge: Set up the connection to your Hue Bridge.
  • Control Lights: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, and set colors.
  • Manage Scenes: Activate pre-configured lighting scenes.
  • Use Case: Schedule your lights to turn on at a specific color and brightness every evening, or create a "movie mode" scene that dims the lights 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.

FAQPage Schema
How do I control Philips Hue lights from the command line?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights from the command line by using the OpenHue CLI to manage on/off states, adjust brightness, set colors, and activate pre-configured scenes directly through automated workflows.

What do I need to set up before automating my Hue lights with a CLI?▼

Before automating your Hue lights, you need the openhue-cli binary installed and configured with a Hue Bridge, which involves discovering the bridge on your network and establishing the connection.

Can I activate Philips Hue scenes using command line automation?▼

Yes, you can activate pre-configured Philips Hue scenes using command line automation by triggering scene management commands through the OpenHue CLI interface.

How do I discover and configure a Hue Bridge for lighting control?▼

To discover and configure a Hue Bridge for lighting control, you use the OpenHue CLI to automatically find the bridge on your local network and complete the setup process to enable programmatic commands.

Is it possible to schedule Philips Hue brightness and color changes?▼

Yes, scheduling Philips Hue brightness and color changes is possible by integrating the OpenHue CLI into your automated workflows to trigger specific light settings at desired times.

What are the limitations of using a CLI for smart home lighting control?▼

A limitation of using a CLI for smart home lighting control is that it requires the openhue-cli binary to be installed and properly configured with a Hue Bridge, relying on command-line execution rather than a graphical interface.

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