openhue

Control Philips Hue lighting via OpenHue CLI for rooms and bulbs.

Updated Jun 25, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Rheasilvia/hermes-desktop --skill openhue-rheasilvia
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: openhue
Source: https://github.com/Rheasilvia/hermes-desktop/tree/main/skills/smart-home/openhue
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Rheasilvia/hermes-desktop --skill openhue-rheasilvia

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This Skill removes the friction of manual lighting control by providing a direct terminal interface to your Philips Hue bridge, allowing for rapid environment adjustments without leaving your workspace.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Granular Control: Manage individual bulbs, entire rooms, or specific zones with precise commands for power, brightness, and color.
  • Scene Management: Instantly trigger pre-configured lighting scenes like movie mode or focus mode.
  • Use Case: A developer can trigger a specific lighting scene directly from their terminal when starting a deep-work session or a presentation.

Quick Start

Use the openhue skill to set the living room lights to a brightness of 50 percent.

Frequently Asked Questions about openhue

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

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How do I control Philips Hue lights from the terminal?▼

You can control Philips Hue lights from the terminal by sending commands through the OpenHue CLI to manage bridge-connected devices, adjusting power, brightness, and color temperatures for individual bulbs or rooms.

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

Yes, you can trigger pre-configured Philips Hue scenes using command line automation by interfacing with the OpenHue CLI to instantly activate lighting states like movie mode or focus mode.

Do I need a Hue Bridge to use command line lighting control?▼

Yes, you need an active network connection to a paired Hue Bridge and the OpenHue CLI utility installed on your host system to enable terminal-based lighting automation and device management.

What level of lighting control can I automate through the OpenHue CLI?▼

You can automate granular lighting control through the OpenHue CLI, managing individual bulbs, entire rooms, or specific zones with precise commands for power, brightness, and color temperature.

Is there a way to adjust room brightness without leaving my development workspace?▼

Yes, you can adjust room brightness without leaving your workspace by using terminal commands to set specific percentages, such as setting the living room lights to a brightness of 50 percent.