Introduction
The easiest yet most powerful way to control your Philips Hue lights and devices with your Mac
We Love Lights is a macOS application that provides comprehensive control over your Philips Hue and Zigbee smart lighting ecosystem. Whether you're a casual user wanting quick light control or a smart home enthusiast building complex automations, We Love Lights offers the perfect balance of simplicity and power.
Why We Love Lights?
We Love Lights brings your smart home to your Mac with native macOS integration, offering both quick menu bar access and a powerful Studio window for advanced management.
Key Benefits
- Dual Interface: Choose between the convenient menu bar app for quick access or the Studio window for advanced control
- Native macOS Experience: Built specifically for macOS with SwiftUI, following Apple's design guidelines
- Multi-Bridge Support: Control multiple Philips Hue or Phoscon deCONZ bridges simultaneously
- Remote Access: Control your lights even when you're away from home
- Advanced Automation: Create sophisticated rules with motion sensors and switches
- Shortcuts Integration: Automate with macOS Shortcuts app and Siri
System Requirements
To use We Love Lights, you'll need:
- macOS 13.0 or later
- Compatible bridge: Philips Hue Bridge or Phoscon deCONZ Bridge (e.g., ConBee)
- Network connectivity: WiFi or Ethernet connection to your bridge
Bluetooth-only Hue devices are not currently supported. You must have a bridge for We Love Lights to work.
What Can You Do?
For Everyday Use
- Control lights and devices from your menu bar
- Quickly adjust brightness and colors
- Activate scenes with a single click
- Use keyboard shortcuts for instant control
For Power Users
- Manage multiple bridges from one application
- Create and configure complex automation rules
- Customize motion sensor behaviors
- Build custom switch button patterns
- Organize and hide devices exactly how you want
For Automation Enthusiasts
- Integrate with macOS Shortcuts for powerful workflows
- Set up motion-activated lighting
- Create time-based scene changes
- Build multi-device coordinations
Quick Start
Ready to get started? Here's what to do next:
- Install the app - Download from the Mac App Store
- Connect your bridge - Let We Love Lights find your bridge
- Learn the basics - Master the menu bar and Studio window
- Explore features - Discover advanced capabilities
Documentation Sections
Getting Started
- Getting Started Guide - Installation and first steps
- Bridge Discovery - Connect your Philips Hue or deCONZ bridge
- Remote Access Setup - Control lights when away from home
Basic Usage
- Menu Bar Controls - Quick access from your menu bar
- Studio Window - Advanced control interface
- Device Control - Control lights and devices
- Groups & Zones - Organize by rooms and zones
Features
- Light Control - Colors, brightness, and advanced pickers
- Scenes - Create and manage lighting scenes
- Motion Sensors - Automated lighting with sensors
- Smart Switches - Customize button actions
- Smart Plugs - Control connected devices
Advanced Topics
- Multi-Bridge Setup - Manage multiple bridges
- Rules Engine - Advanced automation
- Organization - Customize your setup
- Keyboard Shortcuts - Global hotkeys
Integration
- Shortcuts App - macOS automation
- Automation Examples - Real-world scenarios
Support
- Troubleshooting - Common issues and solutions
- FAQ - Frequently asked questions
- Reporting Issues - Get help
Get Help
Have questions? Check out our FAQ or troubleshooting guide. Found a bug? Learn how to report issues with detailed logs.
Let's get started with installing We Love Lights!
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