openhue

Control Philips Hue lights, rooms, and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

4|2|Updated Feb 26, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Clawdi-AI/openclaw --skill openhue-clawdi-ai
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/Clawdi-AI/openclaw/tree/main/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Clawdi-AI/openclaw --skill openhue-clawdi-ai

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows users to control their Philips Hue smart lights and scenes directly through a command-line interface, integrating smart lighting into automated workflows.

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 "movie mode" or "bedtime."
  • Use Case: "Set the living room lights to 50% brightness and a warm color temperature for a relaxing evening."

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to turn on the bedroom lamp to 50% brightness.

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 using a command-line interface?▼

The openhue CLI allows you to control Philips Hue lights by adjusting brightness, color, and temperature for individual lights or entire rooms through local network commands.

How do I activate predefined scenes for Philips Hue rooms from the CLI?▼

To activate predefined scenes for Philips Hue rooms from the CLI, you use the openhue skill to apply specific lighting configurations like 'movie mode' or 'bedtime' to the desired room.

Do I need a paired Hue Bridge to manage smart lights with the openhue CLI?▼

Yes, managing smart lights with the openhue CLI requires the 'openhue' binary installed and accessible on the local network with a paired Hue Bridge to enable programmatic control.

Can I adjust color temperature and brightness for multiple Hue lights simultaneously?▼

You can adjust color temperature, brightness, and color for multiple Hue lights simultaneously by managing all lights within a specific room at the same time using room control commands.

What is the best way to integrate smart lighting control into automated workflows?▼

The best way to integrate smart lighting control into automated workflows is using the openhue CLI to programmatically execute commands that turn lights on or off and adjust settings.