openhue

Control Philips Hue lights and scenes via the OpenHue CLI.

20|7|Updated Feb 11, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot --skill openhue-kaivyy
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot/tree/main/kabot/skills/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/kaivyy/kabot --skill openhue-kaivyy

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill allows you to control your Philips Hue lights and scenes programmatically using the OpenHue command-line interface, enabling automation and integration with other systems.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Light Control: Turn lights on/off, adjust brightness, and change colors.
  • Scene Activation: Trigger pre-defined lighting scenes.
  • Discovery & Setup: Discover Hue bridges and guide through the setup process.
  • Use Case: Automate your home lighting based on time of day, presence, or other triggers by integrating this Skill into a larger automation system.

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 executing commands through the OpenHue CLI to turn lights on or off, adjust brightness, and change colors.

What do I need to set up before automating Philips Hue scenes?▼

Automating Philips Hue scenes requires the 'openhue-cli' binary to be installed and accessible in your system's PATH to enable bridge discovery and connection setup.

Can I trigger predefined lighting scenes using a CLI tool?▼

Triggering predefined lighting scenes is possible via the CLI tool, which executes commands to activate specific pre-configured settings on your Philips Hue bridge.

How does command line smart home automation work with Philips Hue?▼

Command line smart home automation with Philips Hue works by integrating CLI execution into a larger system, triggering light changes based on time of day or presence.

Is it possible to discover a Hue bridge and set up connections programmatically?▼

Discovering a Hue bridge and setting up connections programmatically is supported natively by the CLI, which guides you through the process to establish bridge communication.