openhue

OpenHue CLI

Use openhue to control Philips Hue lights and scenes via a Hue Bridge.

When to Use

✅ USE this skill when:

• "Turn on/off the lights"
• "Dim the living room lights"
• "Set a scene" or "movie mode"
• Controlling specific Hue rooms or zones
• Adjusting brightness, color, or color temperature

When NOT to Use

❌ DON'T use this skill when:

• Non-Hue smart devices (other brands) → not supported
• HomeKit scenes or Shortcuts → use Apple's ecosystem
• TV or entertainment system control
• Thermostat or HVAC
• Smart plugs (unless Hue smart plugs)

Common Commands

List Resources

openhue get light       # List all lights
openhue get room        # List all rooms
openhue get scene       # List all scenes

Control Lights

# Turn on/off
openhue set light "Bedroom Lamp" --on

Control Rooms

Scenes

Quick Presets

Notes

• Bridge must be on local network
• First run requires button press on Hue bridge to pair
• Colors only work on color-capable bulbs (not white-only)