Linux · Utilities
Lumux
Philips Hue Sync for Linux
by Engin Kırmacı
Official site: flathub.org
About Lumux
Lumux is a lightweight desktop app that analyzes the colors on your screen
and streams them to a Philips Hue Entertainment area for an "ambilight" effect.
It is designed for Wayland desktops and uses the XDG Desktop Portal ScreenCast API (PipeWire)
so you control when and what Lumux can capture.
Key features:
Hue Entertainment streaming (DTLS) for smooth, low-latency updates
Portal-based screen capture on Wayland (no privileged access required)
Configurable zone grid and real-time zone preview
Performance controls (resolution scale, target FPS, smoothing, gamma/brightness)
Optional tray integration and quick start/stop controls
Requires a Philips Hue Bridge and an Entertainment area configured in the Hue app.
How to install Lumux
- Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
- Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
- Prefer the command line? With Flatpak you can install and update it with: flatpak install flathub io.github.enginkirmaci.lumux
- Open Lumux once it finishes installing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Lumux free to download?
Yes. The Download button sends you to flathub.org, the developer's official site, where Lumux is available to download. Flatnic doesn't host or modify any files.
How do I install Lumux from the command line?
With Flatpak, run: flatpak install flathub io.github.enginkirmaci.lumux. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.
Is Lumux safe?
Lumux downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.
